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Free Picks — All Sports (Sept 27, 2025)

Doc’s Sports

San Diego State vs. Northern Illinois — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Northern Illinois +3 (-110 at Buckeye)

Analysis:
Free Play from Doc’s Sports. Take #124 Northern Illinois Huskies over the San Diego State Aztecs (3:30 p.m., Saturday, September 27 on ESPN+). This sets up as a classic letdown spot for the Aztecs: a flight to the Midwest for a 2:30 p.m. local start against a mid-major after their best performance in years last Saturday night. They clobbered Cal 34–0, inflating this number, but the same SDSU team was pounded on the road by Washington State. Northern Illinois is coming off two buy-game losses and will be ready to face a comparable opponent at home on Saturday afternoon. Expect NIU to win outright or take it to the wire. We look to cash a fourth straight free play.
Pick Released: Sep 22 at 2:55 PM

Steve Janus

Los Angeles FC vs. St. Louis City — Soccer (MLS)
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 8:30 PM ET
Pick: Los Angeles FC +105 (Circa)

Analysis:
1* Free Sharp Play on Los Angeles FC +105.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 12:22 AM

ProSportsPicks

Oregon vs. Penn State — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 7:30 PM ET
Pick: Penn State ML -160 (Heritage)

Analysis:
PSP Data-Driven 1* on Penn State. We envision a future where handicapping without advanced analytics is obsolete. Our picks integrate data ingestion, discovery, and knowledge management with collaboration among in-house handicappers. By isolating relevant trends, removing human bias, and targeting lines with positive expected value above a strict threshold, our data-driven selections aim to outperform human-only approaches.
Models point to the favorite: Penn State is 6-0 SU in its last six at home and 10-2 SU in its last 12 vs. Big Ten opponents.
Pick Released: Sep 25 at 5:03 AM

Info Plays

Bowling Green vs. Ohio — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 12:00 PM ET
Pick: Ohio -7 (-105 at Bovada)

Analysis:
1* FREE INFO PLAY on Ohio -7 (-105).
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 5:32 PM

Marc David

Oregon vs. Penn State — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 7:30 PM ET
Pick: Penn State -3.5 (-106 at BookMaker)

Analysis:
David’s Free Pick. We like Penn State at home. The price looks short given how dominant they’ve been at Beaver Stadium (6-0 straight up in their last six home games). They handled cupcakes the first three weeks as big favorites, but this is the spot they circled to avenge last season’s Big Ten Championship loss. It’s also the White Out game, which adds a tangible edge. Motivation plus environment favors PSU.
Recommendation: 1% FREE PLAY on PENN STATE (spread).
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 2:20 AM

Matt Sullivan

Baylor vs. Oklahoma State — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Over 58 (-105)

Analysis:
1* Bet on Baylor/Oklahoma State Over 58.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 3:34 AM

John Ryan

Bengals vs. Broncos — NFL (Monday Night)
Kickoff: Mon, Sep 29, 8:15 PM ET
Pick: Bengals +7.5 (-108 at Heritage)

Analysis:
5-Unit bet on Cincinnati at +7.5. Ryan has a 10-UNIT MAX College Conference Bet of the Month Saturday plus a 5-pack for Week 5 CFB, and another 5-pack in the NFL.
System (past five seasons): 22–33 SU, 37–18 ATS (67%)
— Bet on conference road dogs
— Dog priced +3.5 to +9.5
— Opponent off a conference game
— Opponent lost previous game as an underdog
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 3:47 PM

Andrew Gold

Duke vs. Syracuse — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 12:00 PM ET
Pick: Duke -4 (-105 at Bovada)

Analysis:
1% GOLD RUSH on Duke -4.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 8:24 AM

Bobby Conn

Mets vs. Marlins — MLB
First Pitch: Sat, Sep 27, 4:10 PM ET
Pick: Marlins +120 (BookMaker)

Analysis:
1* Free Play on Marlins +120.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 8:16 AM

Stephen Nover

Hawaii vs. Air Force — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 4:00 PM ET
Pick: Air Force -6.5 (-110 at Buckeye)

Analysis:
Hawaii’s lone mainland trip ended in a 40–6 loss at Arizona. Now they visit Air Force in Colorado, which brings an improved QB situation and a thunderous ground game (38.7 ppg; sixth nationally in rushing). Hawaii allowed nearly 400 rushing yards to Arizona and Stanford. Offensively, Hawaii averages just 22 ppg, ranks 124th in rushing, and 120th in pass efficiency. QB Micah Alejado is banged up with more INTs than TDs.
Air Force QB Liam Szarka is emerging; last week vs. Boise State he led 37 points and 517 total yards (359 yards from scrimmage, three TDs). Travel and physicality favor the Falcons; Hawaii is on a sixth straight week of action and can wear down vs. the option. Air Force, already with two MWC losses, cannot afford another; Hawaii’s -8 TO margin is a red flag.
(Editor’s note: Stephen is 11–1 on his last 12 premium CFB plays and has three premium CFB plays today led by his AAC Game of the Year.)
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 3:07 AM

Kyle Hunter

Auburn vs. Texas A&M — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Texas A&M -6.5 (-113 at Heritage)

Analysis:
Free Play on Texas A&M. Auburn fought hard in a close loss at Oklahoma, while Texas A&M enjoyed a bye to prep. Last year’s meeting was a 43–41 four-OT Auburn win; the Aggies remember. Marcel Reed is in form, and Auburn’s secondary is vulnerable to explosive passes. Jackson Arnold’s run reliance should be manageable for Mike Elko with two weeks to plan.
(9–3 last 12 CFB totals. Saturday “9 for $9 Per Play” entire card available—eight totals and one ATS.)
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 8:21 PM

Black Widow

Baylor vs. Oklahoma State — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Over 58 (-105)

Analysis:
1* Free Wiseguy Play on Baylor/Oklahoma State Over 58 (-105). All selections are based on situations, trends, statistics, injuries, and more.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 6:44 AM

Info Cash Picks

California vs. Boston College — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: California +6.5 (-108 at Heritage)

Analysis:
Free Play on Cal. BC comes off a bye and an ugly showing at Stanford, but that doesn’t warrant laying points versus an improving Cal led by QB Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele (1,000 yards, six TDs). Cal handles long East Coast trips; the Bears went 3–1 ATS last season in Eastern time. BC still hasn’t beaten an FBS team. Until the Eagles show a full four quarters, taking points with Cal is the play; expect a tight game.
(27–14 in CFB; 7–0 in NFL; 34–14 overall in football. 9-Pack for $99 or $11 per play on Saturday.)
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 7:50 PM

Jack Jones

Duke vs. Syracuse — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 12:00 PM ET
Pick: Duke -4 (-108 at Heritage)

Analysis:
Jack’s Free Pick Saturday: Duke -4.
Was on Syracuse +17.5 in last week’s 34–21 upset at Clemson; now fading the Orange in a letdown spot back home. They lost QB Steve Angeli (season-ending) after the Clemson result was decided. Backup Rickie Collins (6-of-13, 4.9 YPA) makes his first start.
Duke’s Darian Mensah (67.3%, 1,305 yards, 11–2 TD/INT) directs a 34.0 ppg, 7.2 YPP offense. Manny Diaz’s defense should improve as the season progresses. Syracuse’s defense allows 27.5 ppg and 458 ypg (493 to Tennessee, 428 to UConn, 408 to Colgate, 503 to Clemson). With two misleading losses (outgained Illinois and Tulane), Duke is undervalued and motivated.
Long-term accolades and package details included (No. 1 All-Time Football Capper, etc.; Saturday College Football 13-Pack with 25* AAC GOY and four 20* totals; guaranteed profits or next day free).
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 9:18 PM

Jeff Alexander

South Alabama vs. North Texas — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 12:00 PM ET
Pick: South Alabama +13 (-105 at Bovada)

Analysis:
1* NCAAF Free Pick on South Alabama +13.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 10:37 PM

Dave Price

Auburn vs. Texas A&M — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Texas A&M -6.5 (-113 at Heritage)

Analysis:
1* on Texas A&M -6.5. The Aggies are 3–0 with solid wins (UTSA, Utah State at home; Notre Dame on the road) and had two weeks to prep. Auburn is off a physical 24–17 loss at Oklahoma in the Jackson Arnold revenge spot and may be less hungry here. A&M seeks payback for last year’s 43–41 OT loss at Auburn. Home team is 4–0 SU/ATS in the last four matchups, and Kyle Field is among the best home edges in the nation.
Background: Multiple Top-10 NCAAF finishes (including #4 in 2024). Saturday NCAA Football 15-Pack ($49.95) with a 7* C-USA Total of the Year; guaranteed profit or next day free.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 9:48 PM

John Martin

Rice vs. Navy — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Under 45.5 (-110)

Analysis:
1 Unit Free Play on Rice/Navy Under 45.5. Two run-heavy, slow-tempo teams collide. Tempo ranks: Rice 133rd, Navy 130th. Play profiles: Rice ~54 rushes/13 passes per game; Navy ~56 rushes/11 passes. Forecast calls for near-certain rain Saturday afternoon. Rush defenses are sturdy (Rice 132.5 ypg allowed, 4.0 YPC; Navy 82.3 ypg, 3.0 YPC). Under is the call.
Track record: Multiple top finishes across seasons; Saturday All-Inclusive NCAAF 17-Pack with five 5-Unit Best Bets; guaranteed profit or next day free.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 9:41 PM

Rocky Atkinson (Rocketman Sports)

Tennessee vs. Mississippi State — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 4:15 PM ET
Pick: Mississippi State +7.5 (-110 at Circa)

Analysis:
Free CFB Play: Mississippi State +7.5.
Notes: Rocketman hitting 80% in CFL this year; TOP 8* CFL Game of the Month Saturday; College Football Game of the Week also posted.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 8:30 AM

Rob Vinciletti

Indiana vs. Iowa — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Indiana -8 (-108 at Heritage)

Analysis:
Big Saturday card (SEC GOM, Executive Level TIER 1 Oregon/Penn State, Top Total, late-night 18–1 Bailout, MLB, and Soccer).
Comp Play: Lay the 7–8 with undefeated Indiana after a 60+ outburst vs. Illinois. Heisman-caliber QB Mendoza plus underrated defense. System: Week 5 road favorites of <19 off a 50+ scoring game vs. a host off a road-favored win are 7-1-1 ATS, winning by over 24 ppg. Indiana has covered last four as a conference road favorite. Iowa has failed to cover last four when losing as a home dog. Revenge for four straight losses is live with this caliber of Hoosiers team. Expect Indiana to cover. (Historical log summary included.)
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 10:16 PM

Mike Lundin

Memphis vs. Florida Atlantic — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 7:00 PM ET
Pick: Memphis -14 (-108 at Heritage)

Analysis:
CFB Free Pick. The Tigers are 4–0 SU/ATS with a signature upset at Arkansas. Laying two TDs on the road in a conference opener is a test, but Memphis has shown resilience and poise; expectation is another strong showing under the lights on national TV.
2% Free Pick on Memphis. Recent form: 7–2 all-sports run; 16–6 CFB sides since Dec 26, 2024 (17–6 after Friday win). Packages available (CFB Sides 3-Pack, late 5% CFB Total of the Week; multi-day pass suggested).
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 1:21 AM

Pure Lock

Virginia Tech vs. NC State — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 7:00 PM ET
Pick: Virginia Tech +10 (-112 at BookMaker)

Analysis:
Pure Lock’s Free CFB Play: Virginia Tech +10. Notes on portfolio: TOP UFC (Bedoya/Mullarkey), TOP CFL (Saskatchewan/Edmonton), TOP NCAA-F (Baylor/Oklahoma State), and TOP NFL (Bengals/Broncos) available. Emphasis on selectivity and quality over quantity with documented runs in Fighting, CFL, and NCAA-F.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 7:45 AM

Mikey Sports

Cincinnati vs. Kansas — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 12:00 PM ET
Pick: Kansas -4.5 (-108 at Heritage)

Analysis:
Free CFB Play: Kansas -4.5. Notes include long-term MLB and football profitability, plus CFL success. Saturday card features a 10* ACC Game of the Year and four 6* CFB plays.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 7:48 AM

R&R Totals

Auburn vs. Texas A&M — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Under 53 (-108)

Analysis:
Free CFB O/U: Under 53. Portfolio includes TOP totals in MLB, CFL, and NCAA-F with extensive documented records and a 2-Pack of NFL totals for Sunday.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 7:53 AM

Hunter Price

Bowling Green vs. Ohio — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 12:00 PM ET
Pick: Bowling Green +7.5 (-105 at PlayMGM)

Analysis:
1* Free Pick on Bowling Green +7.5.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 6:38 AM

ASA

Indiana vs. Iowa — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Over 47.5 (-115)

Analysis:
#133/134 ASA Free Play on Over 47.5. Indiana’s offense proved itself scoring 63 on nearly 600 yards vs. an Illinois defense allowing 321 ypg entering that game. Iowa’s defensive metrics are buoyed by soft opponents (UMass, Albany). Against Rutgers, the Hawkeyes allowed 28 points and 400 yards—plus two missed FGs by RU. Iowa has scored 30+ in three of four this year and hit 40+ in three of four Big Ten home games last season. Weather is favorable (high 70s/low 80s, light wind). Projection leans into the 50s.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 12:34 AM

Ricky Tran

Ohio State vs. Washington — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Washington +8.5 (-110 at PlayMGM)

Analysis:
Ricky’s 1* on Washington. While picks never hinge on a single angle, the standout here is recent team history: Washington is 4–2 SU in its last six, 20–0 SU in its last 20 at home, and 15–3 SU in September. Verdict: value on the home underdog.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 3:47 AM

Kenny Walker

Utah State vs. Vanderbilt — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 12:45 PM ET
Pick: Vanderbilt -22.5 (-110 at Circa)

Analysis:
Free Pick on Vanderbilt -22.5.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 7:03 AM

Ray Monohan (Razor Ray)

Eagles vs. Bucs — NFL (Sunday)
Kickoff: Sun, Sep 28, 1:00 PM ET
Pick: Bucs +3.5 (-110 at PlayMGM)

Analysis:
Bucs +3.5. Tampa Bay is 3–0 behind Baker Mayfield’s late-game poise. The Bucs’ physicality matches up with Philadelphia; expect methodical drives that frustrate the Eagles’ defense. Tampa’s defense limits explosives. Strong lean on the Bucs plus the points. Money management emphasized. Sunday 5* Free NFL ATS Play. Ongoing winning run; weekend football posted.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 12:17 AM

Max Chase

Duke vs. Syracuse — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 12:00 PM ET
Pick: Duke -4 (-105 at Bovada)

Analysis:
1* Free Pick on Duke -4.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 10:48 AM

Juan Carlos Flores

Sheffield United vs. Oxford United — Soccer
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 10:00 AM ET
Pick: Oxford United +216 (Heritage)

Analysis:
Recommended Bet: Oxford United +216.
Pick Released: Sep 27 at 12:07 AM

Brandon Lee

Oregon vs. Penn State — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 7:30 PM ET
Pick: Penn State -3.5 (-108 at Heritage)

Analysis:
Saturday’s CFB Free Pick — Penn State -3.5.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 9:36 AM

Oliver Smith

Liberty vs. Old Dominion — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 6:00 PM ET
Pick: Over 52.5 (-105)

Analysis:
3* on Over.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 5:06 AM

Dan Kaiser

Browns vs. Lions — NFL (Sunday)
Kickoff: Sun, Sep 28, 1:00 PM ET
Pick: Over 44 (-116)

Analysis:
Targeting the total. Detroit flipped the narrative after Week 1; over the last two weeks they’ve posted 90 points and 937 yards. While the Bears’ secondary is banged up and the Ravens’ defense is not vintage, Detroit fixed two issues from Week 1: protection for Goff and running the ball. The Browns’ defense has been elite but will be tested by Detroit’s depth (Goff, RB duo, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams, LaPorta).
Cleveland’s offense has struggled with Joe Flacco (four INTs; two TDs), ranking 30th in scoring, but indoor conditions at Ford Field are a key over factor. Trend support: 16 of Cleveland’s last 21 road games over; Detroit 19-5-1 to the over at home when totals ≤52; Cleveland 3-0 to the over when opponent is off MNF; Lions 8-1 to the over when favored by 8+; Detroit 9-of-11 over after MNF (but note under trend off Baltimore).
Play the Over. Free play.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 12:58 PM

Tom Macrina

Indiana vs. Iowa — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 3:30 PM ET
Pick: Over 47.5 (-115)

Analysis:
Team Snapshots
— Indiana (3–1): 54.8 ppg scored; 5.8 ppg allowed; 63 points last week vs. Illinois; strongest test was Old Dominion (27 points).
— Iowa (2–2): 33 ppg overall; 38 ppg in Big Ten play; beat Rutgers 38–28; extra prep day after playing Friday.
Edges
Indiana: QB Fernando Mendoza is accurate and mobile; playmakers generate explosives.
Iowa: QB Mark Gronowski leads a more potent offense than typical under Ferentz; weapons in space.
Defense/Trends
Defenses are competent but not elite; Indiana’s PA skewed by weak foes; Iowa allowed 28 to Rutgers. Seven of the last 10 meetings have gone over.
Pick: Over.
Pick Released: Sep 25 at 5:19 PM

Brian Bitler

Duke vs. Syracuse — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 12:00 PM ET
Pick: Duke -3.5 (-110 at Bovada)

Analysis:
Duke impressed with a dominant home win vs. NC State. Syracuse is in a potential letdown after shocking Clemson as a +17.5 dog, drawing casual money. Duke’s 2–2 is misleading; expect the stronger team to assert itself here.
Pick: Duke (lay the points; Rotation #137). Promo: Big Ten and SEC Games of the Month available; 99–72 (58%) over the last two seasons.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 6:43 PM

Joe Duffy

San Jose State vs. Stanford — NCAA Football
Kickoff: Sat, Sep 27, 7:30 PM ET
Pick: San Jose State +3 (-105 at PlayMGM)

Market/Line Notes:
Opener: Stanford -1.5, 49.5
Best lines now: Stanford -3 (-108); San Jose State +3 (+100)
Totals: Over 49.5 (-110); Under 49.5 (-105)
Splits (side): 83% tickets / 80% money on Stanford
Splits (total): 92% bets but only 8% cash on Under → implies sharper money to Over

Analysis:
Free winner: SAN JOSE STATE +3 at Stanford. SportsLine sims have SJSU covering 64% (28–23 projection). Action Network makes this a 1.6-point game (≈ +EV 3.7). Historical systems:
— Poor first-half home teams off a high-scoring game: 608–419–16
— Small road dogs in unranked vs. unranked: 575–429–24 (443–312–17 through Game 9 or earlier)
— Teams off a win without allowing a rushing yard against them: 849–677–39
Contrarian indexes across offshore, Vegas, and regulated U.S. books align; additional “outlaw” intel corroborates a strong contrarian position.
Current form: Joe Duffy 9–3 in college football; 4 Wise Guys (top plays) today; 5 Majors including Oregon–Penn State side, Alabama–Georgia side and total.
Pick Released: Sep 26 at 8:06 PM

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