2012 Sugar Bowl Free Pick
NEW ORLEANS, LA (The Spread) – While Virginia Tech will be making its fourth BCS bowl appearance in five years, Michigan will make its first since appearing in the 2007 Rose Bowl. The two teams will clash tonight at 8:30PM ET in the 2012 Sugar Bowl.
Odds: Oddsmakers have installed Michigan as a 3-point favorite over Virginia Tech, while the over/under total is currently sitting at 51.5 for today’s game. The Wolverines wrapped up the regular season with a 10-2 overall record while the Hokies finished 2011 at 11-2.
Line Movement: The Wolverines opened as a 2-point favorite at most sports books, although some places had Michigan listed as a 1.5-point underdog at first. Now the line is sitting at Virginia Tech +3 at most books. The over/under total opened at 53 but is now down between 51.5 or 52 depending on the sports book.
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Public Betting: Of the 36,000-plus wagers on today’s game, 66% of college football public bettors currently favor Michigan. This information is subject to change leading up to kickoff, however, so make sure you click on the “Public Betting” link provided to ensure that you’re viewing the most up-to-date public betting numbers.
College Football Free Pick: Take the Wolverines. According to latest college football trends, Michigan is 9-2 against the spread in its last 11 non-conference games and 5-2 in its last seven games as a favorite. The Hokies, meanwhile, are 2-10 ATS in their last 12 games after allowing more than 450 total yards in their previous contest and are 0-4 ATS in their last four non-conference games. Look for Denard Robinson to cap off another impressive season with his first bowl victory.
2012 SUGAR BOWL FREE PICK: MICHIGAN WOLVERINES –3
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