In 19 series meetings since 1980, this week will be the first time Virginia has been favored over Florida St (average dog of 15.6 ppg). However, we feel it is warranted considering these are two programs heading in opposite directions. Last week Virginia dominated with 25-8 first down and 511-193 yard edges including 216-63 on the ground in their blowout win over William & Mary. The Cavs covered despite being -3 in TO’s. The game was the first for Virginia since they beat Duke 49-28 in 1989 that the Cavs did not have to punt. It also was the first time since a 48-29 victory against Akron in 2002 that they scored on offense, defense and special teams. Meanwhile, for the 2nd consecutive week, FSU raced out to a big lead (led 21-0 early 2Q and 24-7 at halftime) only to falter down the stretch vs ULM in a 1-point win as a 3-TD favorite. FSU QB James Blackman was 30 of 40 for 282 yards and 3 TD’s but also threw 2 INT’s which included a 57-yard “Pick 6”. ULM missed the extra point attempt in OT. Even in a unique role, we trust the Cavs and can FSU take a punch and fight back? We haven’t seen it so far.

09/11/2019 6:20 PM