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Are you a degenerate gambler? Perhaps you’re someone who picks games against the spread just for fun and to see how smart you really aren’t? If this describes you, or if you just like to be entertained by a crazy sports columnist, you’re in luck, because you’ve stumbled across Against All Odds: NCAA and NFL Picks, a weekly post from the start of the football season, all the way to the Super Bowl, where me, Mike Drakulich (MPD), the man behind Pittsburgh SportsNation, takes on my father, Michael J. Drakulich (MJD), in picking NCAA and NFL games against the Vegas line! Check out the Draftkings welcome offer to see how you can win big and find many bonuses.
I cover both the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pitt Panthers during the season for the fabulous NGSCSports.com!
Normally, we always include the local teams here in Western Pennsylvania, which are Pitt, Penn State, West Virginia, and the Pittsburgh Steelers among our weekly picks. This gives me the chance to take shots at the opposing teams I really dislike, enraging certain readers, and adding delight to my busy weekends.
All in all, both my dad and I are pretty good at picking these games, but don’t take our word for it. You’re on your own when you place your bets, so don’t blame us if you lose… but you can share your winnings with us if you wish.
Itchy vs Scratchy. Pepsi vs Coke. Black Spy vs White Spy. Cheers vs Gary’s Old Towne Tavern. History is full of rivalries, but none are better than father vs son! Who will rise above the other this season and become the 2023-24 Against All Odds Champion?
Want to win a lot of money?
Easy, just pick against me this season, as doesn’t matter who I pick, they are destined to screw me over one way or another.
A glorious 2-8 week has me now at 39-51 on the year, a record a friggin chimpanzee could accomplish by just flipping a coin and pointing.
My dad continues to destroy me, going 6-4, and ups his record to 50-40, good for an incredible 11 game lead over yours truly.
We’ll be back early next week for the Thanksgiving Edition and new Black Friday games. Till then…
Week 12
Against All Odds Lines as of 11/17/2023
NCAA
Saturday, November 18th
#3 Michigan (10-0) at Maryland (6-4)
Game Time: 12:00 PM
Vegas Line: Michigan -19.5
The Pick: MPD: Michigan | MJD: Michigan
Rutgers (6-4) at #12 Penn State (8-2)
Game Time: 12:00 PM
Vegas Line: Penn State -20.5
The Pick: MPD: Rutgers | MJD: Penn State
Cincinnati (3-7) at West Virginia (6-4)
Game Time: 2:30 PM
Vegas Line: West Virginia -6.5
The Pick: MPD: West Virginia | MJD: West Virginia
#1 Georgia (10-0) at #18 Tennessee (7-3)
Game Time: 3:30 PM
Vegas Line: Georgia -10.5
The Pick: MPD: Georgia | MJD: Georgia
#20 North Carolina (8-2) at Clemson (6-4)
Game Time: 3:30 PM
Vegas Line: Clemson -7.5
The Pick: MPD: North Carolina | MJD: North Carolina
NFL
Sunday, November 19th
Pittsburgh (6-3) at Cleveland (6-3)
Game Time: 1:00 PM
Vegas Line: Cleveland -1.5
The Pick: MPD: Pittsburgh | MJD: Pittsburgh
LA Chargers (4-5) at Green Bay (3-6)
Game Time: 1:00 PM
Vegas Line: LA Chargers -2.5
The Pick: MPD: LA Chargers | MJD: LA Chargers
Dallas (6-3) at Carolina (1-8)
Game Time: 1:00 PM
Vegas Line: Dallas -10.5
The Pick: MPD: Dallas | MJD: Dallas
NY Giants (2-8) at Washington (4-6)
Game Time: 1:00 PM
Vegas Line: Washington -9.5
The Pick: MPD: Washington | MJD: Washington
Arizona (2-8) at Houston (5-4)
Game Time: 1:00 PM
Vegas Line: Houston -4.5
The Pick: MPD: Arizona | MJD: Houston
Against All Odds Pick Results
MJD: Last Week: 6-4 | Overall: 50-40 —
MPD: Last Week: 2-8 | Overall: 39-51 -11
Against All Odds: NCAA/NFL Picks History
2023-24 Champion:
2022-23 Champion: MPD
2021-22 Champion: MJD
2020-21 Champion: MJD
2019-20 Champion: MJD
2018-19 Champion: MJD
2017-18 Champion: MPD
2016-17 Champion: MJD
2015-16 Champion: MJD
2014-15 Champion: MPD
2013-14 Champion: MPD
(MJD leads series 6-4)
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From Midland, "The Basketball Capital of Pennsylvania", located 35 miles NW of Pittsburgh along the Ohio River. This former steel town was home to storied athletes such as Dave Alston, Norm Van Lier, Simmie Hill, and the legendary 1965 Midland High School Basketball Team.
There's nowhere on earth that is more dedicated to its sports teams like Western Pennsylvania and the city of Pittsburgh. The passion and pride of Pittsburgh's fan base is second to no one. From the NFL, NHL, MLB, NCAA football and basketball, to W.P.I.A.L. high school sports, "The City of Champions" has it all!
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