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Gunnar Helm OVER 3.5 Receptions (-120)

I like the value of Gunnar Helm for the Texas Longhorns as a safety blanket in this offense. If the Longhorns fall behind, Helm will almost assuredly be targeted in a more pass-heavy approach. Helm has exceeded the number in three of the last five games, and with the Longhorns listed as a sizable underdog here, I expect him to get a nice workload in this matchup. 

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Quinn Ewers OVER 236.5 Passing Yards (-114)

If you believe, as I do, that the Longhorns will be consistently trailing in this matchup, there's likely some value in backing Quinn Ewers to go over the number with his passing prop. Even if the Buckeyes don't blow out the Longhorns like they did Oregon last week, I still believe they'll have to operate with a passing approach, especially in the second half. The Ducks exceeded the number on their passing prop last week, and I expect the Longhorns to do the same. 

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Texas Spread:+5.5 | Moneyline: +180 | Total: 53.5

CFB Championship Winner: +450

Quintrevion Wisner UNDER 60.5 Rushing Yards (-114)

The Ohio State Buckeyes have one of the top defensive lines in the country. Although we're expecting Quintrevion Wisner to lead the backfield in touches, if the Buckeyes' offensive domination of late is any indication, the Longhorns might have to get away from the run earlier than they'd like. Wisner is a very talented runner, but I think the value bet is backing the under for his rushing prop on Friday. 

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Quintrevion Wisner OVER 18.5 Receiving Yards (-114)

Although we're going under on his rushing prop, Quintrevion Wisner has some real value in this matchup as a pass catcher. I won't be surprised if the Longhorns are trailing that they focus on dumping the ball off to Wisner and letting one of their top playmakers try and create plays. The Longhorns have the appropriate weapons on their offensive line to get Wisner involved in their passing attack against the Buckeyes. 

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Gunnar Helm OVER 3.5 Receptions (-120)

I like the value of Gunnar Helm for the Texas Longhorns as a safety blanket in this offense. If the Longhorns fall behind, Helm will almost assuredly be targeted in a more pass-heavy approach. Helm has exceeded the number in three of the last five games, and with the Longhorns listed as a sizable underdog here, I expect him to get a nice workload in this matchup. 

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