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2016-17 Gold Key Football Plays



Sunday February 5


Gold Key Play, Over 57.5 Total Points, New England/Atlanta   (Super Bowl LI, 6:35 et)   (Ret. Roof)   (WINNER)

  
    The AFC Champion Patriots enter the Big Dance for their long-tenured Head Coach Bill Belichick with a record of 16-2 Straight Up, and 15-3 Against The Spread.  They simply win games by outscoring their opponents.  Trends favoring the Over in Patriots games include 19-8 Over versus winning teams, 4-1 Over in the post season, and 3-1 Over with this much Rest.

    The NFC Champion Falcons stand at 13-5 SU and 12-6 ATS for their second-year Head Coach Dan Quinn.  They have been an Offensive juggernaut, and will need to score points against a strong Defense this evening.  Trends favoring the Over in Falcons games include 9-0 Over when the Total is this high, 3-0 Over in the post season, and 15-2-1 Over this season.

    The Totals line stands at 57.5.  We'll go with the Over here tonight in a Gold Key Play.
       
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Sunday January 22


Gold Key Play, Over 60 Total Points, Green Bay at ATLANTA   (NFL Playoffs, 3:05 et)   (Dome)   (WINNER)

  
    The NFC North Champion Packers enter the NFC Championship game for their long-tenured Head Coach Mike McCarthy with a record of 12-6 Straight Up and Against The Spread.  They will need to put points on the board to run with this rival and they have the ability.  Trends favoring the Over in Packers games include 6-1 Over off multiple SU wins, 3-0 Over on the Road when the Total is this high, and 5-1 Over in the Playoffs.

    The NFC South Champion Falcons stand at 12-5 SU and 11-6 ATS for their second-year Head Coach Dan Quinn.  We've been riding the Over in their Home games, and continue that here.  Trends favoring the Over in Falcons games include 9-0 Over at Home, 10-0 Over as Favorites, and 11-0 Over on Turf fields.

    The Totals line stands at 60.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.

       
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Sunday January 15


Gold Key Play, Under 45 Total Points, Pittsburgh at KANSAS CITY   (NFL Playoffs, 8:20 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The AFC North Champion Steelers stand at 12-5 Straight Up, and 10-6-1 Against The Spread for their long-tenured Head Coach Mike Tomlin.  They easily handled their first round opponent and will have to play strong on Defense to get their ninth win in a row here.  Trends favoring the Under in Steelers events include 12-6 Under off multiple SU wins, 19-7 Under on the Road, and 11-5 Under as Dogs.


    The AFC West Champion Chiefs enter this Divisional Playoff contest for their fourth-year Head Coach Andy Reid at 12-4 SU, and 9-6-1 ATS.  They look to advance while avenging their blowout Road loss to this rival.  Trends favoring the Under in Chiefs games include 9-1 Under at Home when the Total is in this point range, 6-0 Under off multiple SU wins, and 9-3 Under as Favorites.  The starting time was moved to a later hour due to weather conditions.

    The Totals line stands at 45.  We'll go with the Under here tonight in a Gold Key Play.

       
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Saturday January 14


Gold Key Play, Over 52 Total Points, Seattle at ATLANTA   (NFL Playoffs, 4:35 et)   (Dome)   (WINNER)

  
    The NFC West Champion Seahawks stand at 11-5-1 Straight Up, and 8-8-1 Against The Spread for their seventh-year Head Coach Pete Carroll.  They easily handled their first round opponent and can put points on the board here.  Trends favoring the Over in Seahawks events include 69-38 Over as Dogs in this point range, 4-2 Over lately, and 97-65 Over versus winning teams.


    The NFC South Champion Falcons enter this Divisional Playoff contest for their second-year Head Coach Dan Quinn at 11-5 SU and ATS.  We've been riding the Over in their Home games, and continue that here.  Trends favoring the Over in Falcons games include 8-0 Over at Home, 9-0 Over as Favorites, and 10-0 Over on Turf fields.

    The Totals line opened at 49.5 and has been pounded.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.

       
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Monday January 9


Gold Key Play, Clemson +6.5 over Alabama  (NCAA Championship, 8 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER, OUTRIGHT)

  
    The Number Two ranked Tigers of the ACC Atlantic Division stand at 13-1 Straight Up, and 7-7 Against The Spread on the season for their long-tenured Head Coach Dabo Swinney.  They were in the same situation a year ago, and can cover again.  Trends favoring the Tigers tonight include 59-35 ATS as Dogs, 5-1 ATS on Neutral fields, and 10-6 ATS in non-Conference Play.

    The Top ranked Crimson Tide of the SEC West Division hold a perfect 14-0 SU, and 10-4 ATS record for their long-tenured Head Coach Nick Saban.  They seem clearly best here, and deserve the Favorite role.  Negative trends for the Tide include 0-3 ATS in their final Bowl event, and 0-2 ATS with this much Rest.

    The line stands at Crimson Tide -6.5.  We'll take those points and the Tigers to cover for us here tonight in a Gold Key Play.

       
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Sunday January 8


Gold Key Play, Over 46 Total Points, Giants at GREEN BAY  (NFL Playoffs, 4:40 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Giants of the NFC East Division stand at 11-5 Straight Up, and 9-7 Against The Spread for their first-year Head Coach Ben McAdoo.  They may need to put some points on the board this afternoon, and seem capable of doing so.  Trends favoring the Over in Giants games include 6-1 Over on the Road when the Total is in this point range, and 10-4 Over with Revenge.

    The Packers of the NFC North Division are 10-6 SU, ATS and O/U this season for their long-tenured Head Coach Mike McCarthy.  They prefer higher-scoring events and can get one here.  Trends favoring the Over in Packers games include 4-0 Over lately, 4-1 Over off Division Play, and 93-76 Over versus winning teams.

    The Totals line opened at 44.5 and moved up.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.

       
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Saturday January 7


Gold Key Play, Under 37.5 Total Points, Oakland at HOUSTON  (NFL Playoffs, 4:35 et)   (Ret. Roof)   (Loser)

  
    The Raiders of the AFC West Division finished their regular season at 12-4 Straight Up, and 10-6 Against The Spread for their second-year Head Coach Jack Del Rio.  They will have to play well on Defense on the Road with a Rookie Quarterback.  Trends favoring the Under in Raiders events include 9-6 Under in January, 63-53 Under as Dogs in this point range, and 90-82 Under on the Road.

    The Texans enter the post season out of the AFC South Division for their third-year Head Coach Bill O'Brien at 9-7 SU, and 6-9-1 ATS.  They finished on a 6-1 Under run, and should play well Defensively here.  Trends favoring the Under in Texans games include 12-6 Under versus winning teams, 14-7 Under recently, and 3-0 Under in January.

    The Totals line stands at 37.5.  We'll go with the Under here today in a Gold Key Play.

       
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Monday January 2


Gold Key Play, Florida -2 over Iowa  (Outback Bowl, 1 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Top Twenty ranked Gators of the SEC East Division under their second-year Head Coach Jim McElwain stand at 8-4 Straight Up, and 5-7 Against The Spread on the season.  They failed in their last two events in Conference Play versus Bowl winners, and get the nod in their Home state today.  Positive trends for the Gators include 6-1 ATS with this much Rest, 34-20 ATS on Neutral fields, and 90-79 ATS versus winning teams.


    The Hawkeyes of the Big Ten West Division hold a record of 8-4 SU, and 6-6 ATS for their long-tenured Head Coach Kirk Ferentz.  They won their last three events in strong fashion and look to continue that roll this afternoon.  Negative trends for the Hawkeyes include 0-2 ATS in Bowl Play, 2-4 ATS with this much Rest, and 5-8 ATS in non-Conference Play.

    The line stands at Gators -2.  We'll go with the Gators to cover for us here today in a Gold Key Play.
       
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Sunday January 1


Gold Key Play, Over 40.5 Total Points, Baltimore at CINCINNATI  (NFL, 1 et)   (Weather)   (Loser)

  
    The Ravens of the AFC North Division stand at 8-7 Straight Up, and 7-7-1 Against The Spread on the season.  They will miss the Playoffs for the third time in four years and long-tenured Head Coach John Harbaugh will want his club to play well today.  Trends favoring the Over in Ravens events include 4-0 Over lately, 3-0 Over during the last four weeks of the season, and 4-2 Over on the Road.


    The Bengals enter this Division match up for their long-tenured Head Coach Marvin Lewis at 5-9-1 SU and ATS on the year.  They spit the bit just past mid-season, and can look forward to winning a Playoff game for the first time in 27 years next season.

    The Totals line stands at 40.5.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.

      

Gold Key Play, Over 57.5 Total Points, New Orleans at ATLANTA   (NFL Football, 4:25 et)   (Dome)   (WINNER)

  
    The Saints of the NFC South Division stand at 7-8 SU, and 9-5-1 ATS for their long-tenured Head Coach Sean Payton.  They can even their record this afternoon versus a Division rival.  Trends favoring the Over in Saints games include 20-15 Over in Conference Play, 3-1 Over with Revenge, and 27-20 Over Overall.


    The Falcons enter this Division contest for their second-year Head Coach Dan Quinn at 10-5 SU and ATS.  We've been riding the Over in their Home games, and continue that here.  Trends favoring the Over in Falcons games include 7-0 Over at Home, 8-0 Over as Favorites, and 9-0 Over on Turf fields.

    The line opened at 56 and is moving up.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.

      
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Saturday December 31


Gold Key Play, Lsu -3 over Louisville  (Citrus Bowl, 11 am et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Top Twenty ranked Tigers of the SEC West Division stand at 7-4 Straight Up, and 5-6 Against The Spread.  They have responded well to their new Head Coach Ed Orgeron, and figure to play hard today.  Positive trends for the Tigers include 14-9 ATS off Conference Play, 5-2 ATS lately, and 10-4 ATS in December.


    The Top Fifteen ranked Cardinals of the ACC Atlantic Division under their third-year Head Coach Bobby Petrino finished the regular season at 9-3 SU, and 5-6-1 ATS.  They were beaten Prohibitive Favorites in their last two events, and will need to right their ship to compete here.  Negative trends for the Cardinals include 1-4 ATS versus winning teams, 2-6 ATS lately, and 2-4 ATS off the Bye.

    The line opened at Tigers -3.  We'll go with the Tigers to cover for us here today in a Gold Key Play.

      
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Friday December 30


Gold Key Play, Florida State +7 over Michigan  (Orange Bowl, 8 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER, OUTRIGHT)

  
    The Top Fifteen ranked Seminoles of the ACC Atlantic Division under their seventh-year Head Coach Jimbo Fisher stand at 9-3 Straight Up, and 7-4 Against The Spread.  They played well all season and deserve a Gold Key Play ON here as Dogs.  Positive trends for the 'Noles include 6-1 SU and 3-0 ATS lately, 3-0 ATS in non-Conference Play, and 3-1 ATS as Dogs.


    The Top Ten ranked Wolverines of the Big Ten East Division hold a record of 10-2 SU, and 6-6 ATS for their second-year Head Coach Jim Harbaugh.  They will be up for this event and must be respected.  Negative trends for the Wolverines include 26-46 ATS as Favorites in this point range, 1-4 ATS with this much Rest, and 90-116 ATS on Grass fields.

    The line opened at Wolverines -7.  We'll take those points and the Seminoles to cover for us here tonight in a Gold Key Play.
      
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Thursday December 29


Gold Key Play, South Carolina +10.5 over Usf  (Birmingham Bowl, 2 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Gamecocks of the SEC East Division finished at 6-6 Straight Up, and 5-7 Against The Spread for their first-year Head Coach Will Muschamp.  They can look forward to rebuilding by playing well in this event.  Positive trends for the Gamecocks include 3-0 ATS with this much Rest, 2-0 ATS on Neutral fields, and 3-1 ATS in Bowl Play.


    The Top Twenty-Five ranked Bulls of the AAC East Division finished at 10-2 SU and 8-4 ATS to be selected as Bowlers.  T.J. Weist will be interim Head Coach as the team prepares for HC Charlie Strong.  Negative trends for the Bulls include 5-9 ATS in December, 1-4 ATS versus the SEC, and 23-30 ATS off of multiple SU wins.

    The line stands at Bulls -10.5.  We'll take those points and the Gamecocks to cover for us here today in a Gold Key Play.

  
   
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Wednesday December 28


Gold Key Play, Northwestern +4 over Pittsburgh  (Pinstripe Bowl, 2 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER, OUTRIGHT)

  
    The Wildcats of the Big Ten West Division finished the regular season at 6-6 Straight Up, and 7-5 Against The Spread for their long-tenured Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald.  They want to be here and might be able to keep this one closer than expected.  Positive trends for the Wildcats include 105-84 ATS as Dogs, 2-0 ATS versus the ACC, and 6-2 ATS off Conference Play.


    The Top Twenty-Five ranked Panthers of the ACC Coastal Division under their second-year Head Coach Pat Narduzzi are 8-4 SU, and 5-6-1 ATS.  They look clearly best and deserve to be Favored this afternoon.  Negative trends for the Panthers include 7-14 ATS as Favorites, 3-10 ATS in non-Conference Play, and 1-4 ATS in Bowl Play.

    The line stands at Panthers -4.  We'll take those points and the Wildcats to cover for us here today in a Gold Key Play.

  
   
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Tuesday December 27


Gold Key Play, Under 41 Total Points, Wake Forest/Temple   (Military Bowl, 3:30 et)   (Weather)   (Loser)

  
    The Demon Deacons of the ACC Atlantic Division under their third-year Head Coach Dave Clawson finished the regular season at 6-6 Straight Up, and 7-5 Against The Spread.  They usually participate in lower-scoring affairs.  Trends favoring the Under in Deacons events include 37-19 Under in non-Conference Play, 14-7 Under with this much Rest, and 8-4 Under off multiple SU losses.


    The Owls won the AAC out of the East Division, and hold a record of 10-3 SU, and 12-1 ATS -- earning them a Top Twenty-Five ranking and Bowl bid.  Ed Foley will be their interim Head Coach today.  Trends favoring the Under in Owls games include 6-2 Under as Favorites, 4-1 Under off the Bye, and 9-3 Under in non-Conference Play.  Enjoy the festivities this afternoon from Annapolis.

    The Totals line opened at 41.  We'll go with the Under here today in a Gold Key Play.

  
   
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Monday December 26


Gold Key Play, Miami-Ohio +14.5 over Mississippi State   (St. Petersburg Bowl, 11 am et)   (Dome)   (WINNER)

  
    The Redhawks of the MAC East Division stand at 6-6 Straight Up and 8-4 Against The Spread on the season for their third-year Head Coach Chuck Martin.  While they rightfully look outclassed today, they did win their last six events SU and want to be here.  Positive trends for the Redhawks include 22-13 ATS on Turf fields, 8-3 ATS versus losing teams, and 18-9 ATS as Dogs.


    The Bulldogs of the SEC West Division under their long-tenured Head Coach Dan Mullen qualified as Bowlers even though they hold a 5-7 SU and ATS record.  They look clearly best and it can depend on their motivation this afternoon.  Negative trends for the Bulldogs include 1-5 ATS as Favorites, 4-8 ATS off a SU win in Conference Play, and 1-3 ATS in non-Conference Play.

    The line stands at Bulldogs -14.5.  We'll take those points and the Redhawks to cover for us here today in a Gold Key Play.

  
   
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Sunday December 25


Gold Key Play, Over 45 Total Points, Baltimore at PITTSBURGH   (NFL, 4:30 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Ravens of the AFC North Division stand at 8-6 Straight Up, and 6-7-1 Against The Spread for their long-tenured Head Coach John Harbaugh.  Their games have been high-scoring lately in wins for us, and we'll go back with that here.  Trends favoring the Over in Ravens games include 3-0 Over currently and in December, and 4-2 Over as Road Dogs in this point range.


    The Steelers lead the AFC North Division for their long-tenured Head Coach Mike Tomlin at 9-5 SU and ATS on the season.  They are on current 5-0 SU and ATS winning runs, and look to pay back this rival for a Road loss.  Trends favoring the Over in Steelers events include 6-2 Over as Home Favorites in this point range, and 64-51 Over versus winning teams at this point of the season.

    The Totals line stands at 45.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.

  
   
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Saturday December 24


Gold Key Play, Over 52 Total Points, Indianapolis at OAKLAND   (NFL, 4:05 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Colts of the AFC South Division hold a record of 7-7 Straight Up, and 6-6-1 Against The Spread for their fifth-year Head Coach Chuck Pagano.  They figure to need to put points on the board to run with this rival today.  Trends favoring the Over in Colts games include 5-0 Over on Grass fields, 8-4 Over as Dogs in this point range, and 2-1 Over at this foe.


    The Raiders lead the AFC West Division for their second-year Head Coach Jack Del Rio at 11-3 SU, and 9-5 ATS on the season.  This event can be higher-scoring than expected between non-Division opponents.  Trends favoring the Over in Raiders games include 4-0 Over as Favorites in this point range, 5-1 Over at Home, and 25-13 Over on Grass fields.

    The Totals line stands at 52.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.

  
   

Gold Key Play, SEATTLE -8 over Arizona   (NFL, 4:25 et)   (Weather)   (Loser)

  
    The Seahawks lead the NFC West Division for their seventh-year Head Coach Pete Carroll at 9-4-1 SU, and 7-6-1 ATS on the year.  They have been playing well at Home and look tough here this afternoon.  Positive trends for the Seahawks include 66-36 ATS in December, 15-9 ATS at Home, and 7-1 ATS versus losing teams at this point of the season.


    The Cardinals enter this Division match up for their fourth-year Head Coach Bruce Arians with a record of 5-8 SU, and 4-10 ATS.  They hope to fare as well as they did in Game Six when they tied this rival at Home 6-6.  Negative trends for the Cardinals include 1-5 ATS on the Road, 1-8 ATS versus winning teams, and 3-8 ATS on Turf fields.

    The line stands at Seahawks -8.  We'll go with the Home Seahawks to cover for us here today in a Gold Key Play.

  
   
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Friday December 23


Gold Key Play, Over 64 Total Points, Eastern Michigan/Old Dominion   (Bahamas Bowl, 1 et)   (Weather)   (Loser)

  
    The Eagles of the MAC West Division made it here as Bowlers by finishing the regular season at 7-5 Straight Up, and 9-3 Against The Spread for their third-year Head Coach Chris Creighton.  This Bowl seems to have been designed for high-scoring affairs, and we'll go with that.  Trends favoring the Over in Eagles events include 10-3 Over off a Bye, and 8-3 Over in non-Conference Play.


    The Monarchs of the C-USA East Division stand at 9-3 SU, and 8-3-1 ATS for their long-tenured Head Coach Bobby Wilder.  They prefer games where they can run up the score, and may get one here.  Trends favoring the Over in Monarchs games include 5-1 Over on Grass fields, 6-3 Over as Favorites in this point range, and 4-1 Over off multiple SU wins in a row.

    The Totals line stands at 64.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.

  
   
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Thursday December 22


Gold Key Play, Idaho +16 over Colorado State   (Potato Bowl, 7 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER, OUTRIGHT)

  
    The Vandals of the Sun Belt Conference finished at 8-4 Straight Up and Against The Spread for their fourth-year Head Coach Paul Petrino.  After winning only five games SU between 2011-14 they stuck it out and incredibly have made it to the post season.  Positive trends for the Vandals this evening include 7-0 ATS off Conference Play, 8-4 ATS on Turf fields, and 3-1 ATS with this much Rest.


    The Rams of the MWC Mountain Division stand at 7-5 SU, and 10-2 ATS for their second-year Head Coach Mike Bobo.  They smashed better lately and deserve to be Prohibitive Favorites off a 7-0 ATS winning run.  Negative trends for the Rams include 0-2 ATS as Bowlers, and 1-3 ATS on Neutral fields.  Enjoy watching the blue turf and cold weather!

    The line stands at Rams -16.  We'll take those points and the Vandals to cover for us here tonight in a Gold Key Play.

   

  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Wednesday December 21


Gold Key Play, Under 57.5 Total Points, Byu/Wyoming   (Poinsettia Bowl, 9 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Cougars under their first-year Head Coach Kalani Sitake made it back yet again as Bowlers after finishing the regular season at 8-4 Straight Up, and 9-3 Against The Spread.  They will need to rely on their strong Defense to make up for the loss of star QB Hill. Trends favoring the Under in Cougars events include 5-2 Under as Favorites, 9-3 Under this year, and 59-35 Under versus winning teams.


    The Cowboys of the MWC Mountain Division hold a record of 8-5 SU, and 7-5-1 ATS for their third-year Head Coach Craig Bohl.  They will probably have to improve on Defense to keep close to this rival.  Trends favoring the Under in Cowboys games include 32-23 Under in non-Conference Play, and 34-30 Under versus winning teams.

    The Totals line is getting much action and currently stands at 57.5.  We'll go with the Under here tonight in a Gold Key Play.

   

  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Tuesday December 20


Gold Key Play, Over 79 Total Points, Memphis/Western Kentucky   (Boca Raton Bowl, 7 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Tigers of the AAC West Division finished their regular season at 8-4 Straight Up, and 5-7 Against The Spread for their first-year Head Coach Mike Norvell.  They prefer high-scoring events in this situation, and can get what they ask for.  Trends favoring the Over in Tigers games include 4-0 Over as Dogs, 10-5 Over off multiple wins, and 5-1 Over versus winning teams.


    The Hilltoppers enter this Bowl out of the C-USA East Division for their interim Head Coach Nick Holt at 10-3 SU, and 6-6-1 ATS on the year.  Their last two Bowl events the past two seasons produced 177 Total Points.  Trends favoring the Over in Hilltoppers games include 9-2 Over versus winning teams, 5-1 Over with this much Rest, and 18-7 Over off Conference Play.

    The Totals line opened at 77 and has been getting pounded.  We'll go with the Over here tonight in a Gold Key Play.

   

  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Monday December 19


Gold Key Play, Over 50.5 Total Points, Carolina at WASHINGTON   (NFL, 8:30 et)   (Weather)   (Loser)

  
    The Panthers of the NFC South Division stand at 5-8 Straight Up, and 4-8-1 Against The Spread for their sixth-year Head Coach Ron Rivera.  They have significant injuries as most clubs do at this point of the season, and need to win out and get help to make the Playoffs.  Trends favoring the Over in Panthers events include 13-0 Over as Conference Dogs greater than six points, 12-2 Over versus winning teams, and 3-0 Over on the Road when the total is this high.


    The Skins of the NFC East Division hold a record of 7-5-1 SU, and 9-4 ATS for their third-year Head Coach Jon Gruden.  They also probably need to win out to make the post season.  Trends favoring the Over in Skins games include 8-0 Over at Home, 12-1 Over in Conference Play, and 5-0 Over versus losing teams.

    The Totals line stands at 50.5.  We'll go with the Over here tonight in a Gold Key Play.

   

  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Sunday December 18


Gold Key Play, Over 41 Total Points, Philadelphia at BALTIMORE   (NFL, 1 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Eagles of the NFC East Division stand at 5-8 Straight Up and Against The Spread for their first-year Head Coach Doug Pederson.  They have a young Offense and little to lose here on the Road in non-Conference Play after losing six of their last seven events.  Trends favoring the Over in Eagles games include 9-1 Over on the Road, 95-77 Over versus winning teams, and 7-2 Over in December.


    The Ravens of the AFC North Division hold a record of 7-6 SU, and 6-6-1 ATS for their long-tenured Head Coach John Harbaugh.  They came through for us with the Over on MNF, and this game can also be higher-scoring than predicted.  Trends favoring the Over in Ravens games include 12-8 Over off MNF, and 2-0 Over in December.

    The Totals line closed at 41.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.


Gold Key Play, Over 51 Total Points, San Francisco at ATLANTA   (NFL Football, 4:05 et)   (Dome)   (WINNER)

  
    The 49'ers of the NFC West Division stand at 1-12 SU, and 2-10-1 for their first-year Head Coach Chip Kelly.  They have a long list of injuries, but can still add to an Offensive Show in the Georgia Dome.  Trends favoring the Over in Niners games include 3-0 Over versus the NFC South Division, 3-1 Over as Road Dogs in this point range, and 5-2 Over on the Road.


    The Falcons of the NFC South Division are 8-5 SU and ATS for their second-year Head Coach Dan Quinn.  They are banged up including on Offense, but we've gone with the Over at Home with them all year and will go back again this afternoon.  Trends favoring the Over in Falcons games include 8-0 Over on Turf fields, 7-0 Over in Domes, and 6-0 Over at Home.

    The Totals line stands at 51.  We'll go with the Over here today in a Gold Key Play.


  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Saturday December 17


Gold Key Play, Under 51 Total Points, Arkansas State at UCF   (Cure Bowl, 5:30 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Red Wolves of the Sun Belt Conference under their third-year Head Coach Blake Anderson hold a record of 7-5 Straight Up, and 6-6 Against The Spread.  They will need to play well on Defense to keep this one close.  Trends favoring the Under in Wolves games include 9-2 Under on Turf fields, 5-0 Under as Dogs in this point range, and 3-1 Under versus the AAC.


    The Knights of the AAC East Division finished the regular season at 6-6 SU, and 8-4 ATS for their first-year Head Coach Scott Frost.  They can play well on the Defensive side of the ball here on their Home field.  Trends favoring the Under in Knights events include 5-1 Under as Favorites, 15-9 Under off a Bye week, and 33-18 Under in non-Conference Play.

    The Totals line stands at 51.  We'll go with the Under here today in a Gold Key Play.


  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Thursday December 15


Gold Key Play, Under 39.5 Total Points, Los Angeles at SEATTLE   (NFL, 8:25 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Rams of the NFC West Division stand at 4-9 Straight Up, and 4-7-2 Against The Spread on the season.  They get a new interim Head Coach in John Fassel after going on 1-8 SU and 1-6-2 ATS losing runs.  Trends favoring the Under in Rams events include 4-1 Under off multiple SU losses, 3-0 Under as Prohibitive Road Dogs, and 7-0 Under in Division Play.


    The Seahawks lead the NFC West at 8-4-1 SU, and 6-6-1 ATS for their seventh-year Head Coach Pete Carroll.  They came through for us last week by not showing up at the Packers, but figure to be armed and ready at Home this evening.  Trends favoring the Under in Seahawks games include 9-6 Under in Division Play, 7-2 Under during the last four weeks of the season, and 2-1 Under on Thursdays.

    The Totals line opened at 40.5 and dropped.  We'll go with the Under here tonight in a Gold Key Play.


  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Monday December 12


Gold Key Play, Over 45 Total Points, Baltimore at NEW ENGLAND   (NFL, 8:30 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Ravens of the AFC North Division stand at 7-5 Straight Up and 6-5-1 Against The Spread for their long-tenured Head Coach John Harbaugh.  Games between these teams tend to go Over the posted Total.  Trends favoring the Over in Ravens events include 12-9 Over on MNF, and 3-2 Over as Road Dogs in this point range.


    The Patriots lead the AFC East Division for their long-tenured Head Coach Bill Belichick at 10-2 SU, and 9-3 ATS on the year.  They prefer high-scoring games versus good opponents, and can get one here.  Trends favoring the Over in Patriots games include 15-7 Over versus winning teams, 14-10 Over at Home, and 18-12 Over on MNF.

    The Totals line closed at 44.5.  We'll go with the Over here tonight in a Gold Key Play.


  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Sunday December 11


Gold Key Play, New Orleans +2.5 over TAMPA BAY   (NFL Football, 4:25 et)   (Weather)   (Loser)

  
    The Saints of the NFC South Division hold a record of 5-7 Straight Up, and 7-4-1 Against The Spread for their long-tenured Head Coach Sean Payton.  This is an important Division event for them, and they've been deadly as Dogs.  Positive trends for the Saints include 6-0 ATS on the Road, 8-0 ATS as Dogs, and 3-0 ATS on Grass fields.


    The Buccaneers enter this Division contest for their first-year Head Coach Dirk Koetter at 7-5 SU and ATS on the season.  They are in fine fettle having won and covered four games in a row in the League of Mediocrity.  Negative trends for the Bucs today include 2-7 ATS as Favorites, 7-15 ATS at Home, and 2-6 ATS in December.

    The line opened at Buccaneers -2.5.  We'll take those points and the Road Saints to cover for us here today in a Gold Key Play.



Gold Key Play, GREEN BAY +3 over Seattle   (NFL Football, 4:25 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER, OUTRIGHT)

  
    The Packers of the NFC North Division stand at 6-6 SU, and 7-5 ATS for their long-tenured Head Coach Mike McCarthy.  They have suffered through injuries and have performed below par so far overall, but can keep this one closer than expected with the benefit of some Home Cookin'.  Positive trends for the Packers include 10-1 ATS at Home off non-Conference Play, 63-37 ATS in December, and 6-1 SU at Home in this match up.


    The Seahawks of the NFC West Division hold a record of 8-3 SU, and 6-5-1 ATS for their seventh-year Head Coach Pete Carroll.  They are coming off a smashing Home win and will be up for this one.  Negative trends for the Seahawks include 3-7 ATS as Favorites, and 4-8 ATS on Grass fields.

    The line opened at Seahawks -3.  We'll take those points and the Home Packers to cover for us here today in a Gold Key Play.


  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Saturday December 10


Gold Key Play, Under 47.5 Total Points, Army/Navy   (NCAA, 3 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Black Knights hold a record of 6-5 Straight Up and Against The Spread for their third-year Head Coach Jeff Monken.  They would like nothing better than to break a 14 game SU losing streak to this rival in Baltimore today.  Trends favoring the Under in Army games include 9-0 Under as Dogs, 8-0 Under versus winning teams, and 6-1 Under on Grass fields.


    The Top Twenty-Five ranked Midshipmen of the AAC West Division under their long-tenured Head Coach Ken Niumatalolo stand at 9-3 SU, and 7-4-1 ATS on the year.  They suffered more setbacks with injuries at QB and RB in their last event.  Trends favoring the Under in Midshipmen games include 16-8 Under in this match up, 4-1 Under in December, and 10-6 Under in non-Conference Play.

    The Totals line opened and closed at 47.5.  We'll go with the Under here today in a Gold Key Play.

  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Thursday December 8


Gold Key Play, Under 46 Total Points, Oakland at KANSAS CITY   (NFL, 8:25 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Raiders lead the AFC West Division under their second-year Head Coach Jack Del Rio at 10-2 Straight Up, and 8-4 Against The Spread on the season.  They have reeled off six SU wins in a row since this rival defeated them at Home.  The only applicable trend favoring the Under in Raiders events tonight is 5-3 Under on Thursdays.


    The Chiefs enter this Division match up for their fourth-year Head Coach Andy Reid with a record of 9-3 SU, and 6-5-1 ATS on the year.  They will need to use ball control and Defense to handle their opponent.  Trends favoring the Under in Chiefs games include 9-1 Under as Favorites, 4-0 Under off two or more SU wins in a row, and 7-1 Under at Home.

    The Totals line opened at 47.5 and has been dropping.  We'll go with the Under here tonight in a Gold Key Play.
  
  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com




Monday December 5


Gold Key Play, Over 48.5 Total Points, Indianapolis at JETS   (NFL, 8:30 et)   (Weather)   (WINNER)

  
    The Colts of the AFC South Division are 5-6 Straight Up, and 5-5-1 Against The Spread on the season for their fifth-year Head Coach Chuck Pagano.  They should be getting Quarterback Luck
back, and WR Hilton is probable.  Trends favoring the Over in Colts events include 3-1 Over on MNF, 8-2 Over on the Road when the Total is in this point range, and 20-15 Over versus the AFC East.

    The Jets of the AFC East Division stand at 3-8 SU, and 4-5-2 ATS for their second-year Head Coach Todd Bowles.  They might need to improve on Offense for key personnel to keep their jobs.  Trends favoring the Over in Jets games include 3-1 Over as slight Home Dogs, and 5-3 Over off a SU loss in Division Play.

    The Totals line opened and closed at 48.5.  We'll go with the Over here tonight in a Gold Key Play.


  --Rich Green

Editor@GoldKeyGames.com