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Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 5d

College Football Playoff Preview for Week 7:

Went through my projected bracket as well as teams on the bubble for what should be an entertaining day of college football.

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College Football Week 7 Playoff Impact & Predictions

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Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 2d

NFL Rookie Splash Play leaders through Week 6:

The rookie defensive linemen in Pittsburgh are producing behind Watt, Highsmith, Heyward, and Herbig.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 2d

NFL Splash Play leaders through Week 6:

You think the Eagles are missing Josh Sweat?

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 4d

Justin Herbert is a cyborg.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 4d

Scott Hanson saying the “analytics” play for the optimal strategy to win a football game.

You could explain why that’s the right move instead of using the buzz word.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 4d

It is wild to me that broadcasters do not understand strategy that coaches use when trailing.

The amount of times you hear “I’m not sure why they went for two” on Saturday and Sunday is tough to watch.

Do some research!

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 4d

Michigan wasting timeouts to challenge at best a 50/50 call.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 4d

I’m on board for going for two because they’re trying to win in regulation while keeping the chance to tie if you do give up a touchdown.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 4d

Michigan going for two because they think they’re likely giving up another touchdown?

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 4d

Michigan going for two because they think they’re likely giving up another touchdown?

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 4d

Michigan’s defense ranked 92nd in EPA/Play on 3rd downs coming into tonight.

Similar early season problems on late down for Michigan just like last season.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 5d

Yeah I don’t know how that’s not a flag on Ohio State.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 5d

Added some plays this morning.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 7d

CFB Best Bets Week 7

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College football Week 7 best bets: Can Florida keep up with Texas A&M?

Austin Mock has four best bets lined up for college football's Week 7, including an over in Florida-Texas A&M.

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Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 5d

College Football Playoff Preview for Week 7:

Went through my projected bracket as well as teams on the bubble for what should be an entertaining day of college football.

Watch here and subscribe/like!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLt_...

College Football Week 7 Playoff Impact & Predictions

YouTube video by Austin Mock

www.youtube.com

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 6d

Everybody is amazed that Skattebo is producing and yet we fall in love with a Top-10 running back every year when there are productive guys outside of the Top-100!

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 6d

My takeaway from this game is that the Eagles defense either didn’t show up on a short week or they have some serious problems going forward because they’re getting bullied.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 7d

CFB Best Bets Week 7

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www.nytimes.com/athletic/670...

College football Week 7 best bets: Can Florida keep up with Texas A&M?

Austin Mock has four best bets lined up for college football's Week 7, including an over in Florida-Texas A&M.

www.nytimes.com

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 8d

Penn State and Texas losing opens up some paths to the College Football Playoff.

Michigan might be a beneficiary. Read more on this week’s Bubble Watch:

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College Football Playoff bubble watch: Michigan rejoins the party as others falter

Michigan moved into our last four out after a weekend in which Penn State, Texas and Iowa State slid.

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Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 9d

We are cruising right along, folks. NFL best bets are on fire.

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Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 9d

NFL Rookie Splash Play leaders through Week 5:

My bland take from this list is that it's hard to dominate as a rookie.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 9d

NFL Splash Play leaders through Week 5:

Nik Bonitto has been worth that new contract so far in 2025.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 10d

Yeah Drake Maye might be that guy.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 11d

Added a play here in the late window:

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NFL Week 5 best bets: Fading Jaxson Dart and Bo Nix and showing belief in Jacksonville

Austin Mock's NFL Projection Model has helped him to back-to-back winning weeks and a strong start to the season. Can he keep it up?

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Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 11d

Penn State is stunned by UCLA and their College Football Playoff chances are on life support.

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College Football Playoff 2025 projections: Where the bracket stands as Week 6 begins

Our College Football Playoff predictions model is back. Check here for regular updates on CFP and national championship odds for 2025.

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Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 11d

I’m fine with Penn State not using a timeout but you can’t huddle there.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 11d

What a terrible playcall by UCLA. Can’t go wide there.

Austin Mock @amock419.bsky.social · 11d

Nico Iamaleava is balling right now. Maybe the best game of his career.

Shoutout to Jerry Neuheisel as well. Short notice for Penn State to adjust but they have no answers on defense right now.