Military Bowl and Holiday Bowl Picks

Top Pick:

Air Force +3 vs Toledo

Lean:

Texas -3.5 vs California

Air Force- High total in this one (71) and I think there will be a lot of big plays but the advantage in my opinion goes to AF and their ability to control the ball and put the pressure on Toledo. Another big factor that I cited in my bowl preview is Toledo playing without their former head coach. He was big driving force in Toledo's resurgence and I think the team will not be as well prepared as they will need to be.

For Air Force, it will be very important that they control the tempo and do not get behind early. I expect AF's option attack to be very sharp with the extra prep time and for the Falcon's to keep their suspect defense off the field. When the defense is on the field, they will likely take some chances and see if the can keep Toledo off balance.

This should be a white knuckler but look for AF to take care of business early and then in crunch time.

 Texas- Disappointing season for both of these teams and both coaches are feeling the pressure and a win would ease some of the anxiety. When it comes down to it, Texas has the edge in talent and will be able to stop a weak Cal offense and scratch out enough points to get the win and cover.