The Herd with Colin Cowherd 3 & Out - NFL & CFB Best Bets: Ravens-Texans, Lions-Bengals, Texas-Floria, Miami-FSU
Oct 2, 2025
In this engaging discussion, betting analyst Stuckey from The Action Network offers sharp insights on NFL and college football matchups. He highlights how improved kicking is reshaping odds and analyzes key injuries affecting team performance. Stuckey recommends the underdog Denver against Philly and suggests a buy-low opportunity with the Bengals against Detroit. The conversation also covers Florida's defensive edge against Texas and the challenges facing LSU. Finally, he probes into rising contenders like Oregon and Texas A&M, setting the stage for an exciting weekend of betting.
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Field Goal Range Has Inflated
- NFL kicking has inflated range due to ball preparation and practice, changing late-game math and betting value.
- Stuckey and John warn bettors to treat 60+ yard attempts as more probable than in past eras.
Browns Defense Turns Games Into Low Scores
- Cleveland's defense is dominating this year and can overwhelm weak offensive lines and pressured quarterbacks.
- Stuckey expects a low-scoring game in London and suggests taking the points with Minnesota's QB uncertainty.
Buy Broncos When Eagles Show Decline
- Consider backing Denver as a dog when Philadelphia looks banged up and coordinators changed.
- Stuckey recommends smaller spreads (plus-three range) as value on the Broncos in a lower-scoring spot.