The strength of Cincinnati's team is its defense, and the Buffs have been lightyears better on the defensive side under first-year DC Robert Livingston. The Bearcats have a pass rush that will test the Buffs' improved, but shaky, offensive line. On the other side, I expect Colorado to be successful in limiting Cincy's offensive effectiveness.

Deion Sanders isn't the only Big 12 coach who is worthy of praise this season...Cincy's Scott Satterfield is doing a comparable job. Indeed, Satterfield's Bearcats (4-2) are just a couple of plays from being 6-0 this season, and ex-Indiana QB Brendan Sorsby (13 TDP, just 4 picks) has provided a steady hand for the offense. Satterfield's Cincy also has struck a near 50-50 run-pass balance, and is gaining better than 200 ypg on the ground. Note recent Bearcat scorelines have only reached 32 (vs UCF) and 38 (vs Arizona State), as the ability to run has kept the clock and chains moving. Improvements in Deion's Buff defense suggests this scoreline is unlikely to get into the high 50s unless OT is involved. Play Cincinnati-Colorado "Under"