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    James Kaylor

    The All-American

    Jimmie Kaylor is a NFL, college football, and DFS expert who has covered the NFL and college football for nearly a decade as a member of the Pro Football Writers of America. He played at Colorado State University, where he was a two-time All-American and three-time All-Conference selection as a punter. Following college, Kaylor spent time with the Atlanta Falcons before shifting to a career in digital media. His background as a former college and NFL player gives him a unique perspective when betting games and building fantasy lineups. Kaylor has gotten off to a hot start to the 2023 season, going 51-22-2 (plus 29.1 units) through the first week of November in his college football and NFL best bets articles. For Jimmie Kaylor media inquiries, contact SportsLine@CBSInteractive.com.

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    James's Past Picks

    Dec 08 2023, 3:30 am UTC
    League
    New Jersey
    2
    @ Seattle
    1
    Over / UnderOVER 6.5 -125
    LOSS
    Unit1.5
    Analysis:

    Simply put: The Kraken have looked nothing like the team that made a solid playoff run last season in the early going in 2023. I actually like their chances at snapping their current five-game losing streak tonight, but my strong play is on the game going over 6.5 goals. Seattle goalie Philipp Grubauer has been struggling, and on the other side the Devils have allowed 20 goals over their last five games. Take the over.

    Pick Made: Dec 08, 2:02 am UTC
    Dec 08 2023, 2:00 am UTC
    League
    Winnipeg
    4
    @ Colorado
    2
    Money LineColorado -135
    LOSS
    Unit2.0
    +104
    9-4 in Last 13 NHL Picks
    +4
    8-4 in Last 12 NHL ML Picks
    Analysis:

    The Avs haven't been playing great over the last two weeks, and they will again be without Valeri Nichushkin. All-Star Cale Makar is banged up, but expected to play. Still, they are incredibly difficult to beat on their home ice at Ball Arena, and they have the best first line in the NHL. I like the Avs to win and this game to go over 6 goals.

    Pick Made: Dec 07, 11:56 pm UTC
    Dec 08 2023, 12:00 am UTC
    League
    Buffalo
    3
    @ Boston
    1
    Money LineBoston -270
    LOSS
    Unit1.0
    +104
    9-4 in Last 13 NHL Picks
    +4
    8-4 in Last 12 NHL ML Picks
    Analysis:

    The Sabres are eventually going to get things right, but it's not going to be against the Bruins on Thursday night. Boston is riding a three-game winning streak and has been playing very sound hockey. The Bruins will keep things rolling here.

    Pick Made: Dec 07, 11:52 pm UTC
    Dec 07 2023, 2:30 am UTC
    League
    Carolina
    1
    @ Edmonton
    6
    Money LineEdmonton -115
    WIN
    Unit1.0
    +104
    9-4 in Last 13 NHL Picks
    +4
    8-4 in Last 12 NHL ML Picks
    Analysis:

    Everything stacks up in Edmonton's favor here. The Oilers are hot, and riding a four-game winning streak; they have been off since last Thursday; and the have the best player on the planet in Connor McDavid. I like the Oilers to win their fifth straight in this one.

    Pick Made: Dec 07, 1:50 am UTC
    Dec 07 2023, 2:00 am UTC
    League
    Vegas
    6
    @ St. Louis
    3
    Money LineVegas -155
    WIN
    Unit1.0
    +104
    9-4 in Last 13 NHL Picks
    +4
    8-4 in Last 12 NHL ML Picks
    Analysis:

    These teams met on Monday in Las Vegas with the Blues notching a 2-1 overtime win. This 'rematch' will be played in St. Louis, and I like the Knights to bounce back and get a road win on Wednesday night. St. Louis held Vegas to one goal on Monday, and I just don't see that happening again tonight. I expect the Knights to win and this game to go under 6.5 goals.

    Pick Made: Dec 06, 4:46 pm UTC
    Dec 07 2023, 12:00 am UTC
    League
    Pittsburgh
    1
    @ Tampa Bay
    3
    Money LineTampa Bay -130
    WIN
    Unit1.0
    +104
    9-4 in Last 13 NHL Picks
    +4
    8-4 in Last 12 NHL ML Picks
    Analysis:

    For me this comes down to Tampa Bay being at home and having Andrei Vasilevskiy in net. Tampa snapped an ugly four-game losing streak with its 4-0 win over Dallas on Monday, and I expect another solid performance on Wednesday night.

    Pick Made: Dec 06, 8:41 pm UTC
    Dec 07 2023, 12:00 am UTC
    League
    Dallas
    4
    @ Florida
    5
    Point SpreadDallas +1.5 -245
    WIN
    Unit1.0
    +104
    9-4 in Last 13 NHL Picks
    +100
    2-1 in Last 3 NHL ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Both of these teams have been streaky in the early going in 2023, and I expect this game to be close and hard-fought throughout. I'm giving the edge to Florida at home (even though they've lost three straight games at Amerant Bank Arena), but I think the game will ultimately be decided by one goal, which is why I'm taking the +1.5 here.

    Pick Made: Dec 06, 4:31 pm UTC
    Dec 06 2023, 2:00 am UTC
    League
    Anaheim
    2
    @ Colorado
    3
    Money LineColorado -275
    WIN
    Unit2.0
    +104
    9-4 in Last 13 NHL Picks
    +4
    8-4 in Last 12 NHL ML Picks
    Analysis:

    The Avs could be without three key players (including All-Star Cale Makar), but they should still cruise to a victory over the Ducks at Ball Arena. The juice is a little high on this one, but I am confident that the Avs are still the more talented team here.

    Pick Made: Dec 06, 1:14 am UTC
    Dec 04 2023, 1:20 am UTC
    League
    Kansas City
    19
    @ Green Bay
    27
    PropPatrick Mahomes OVER 3.5 Total Carries -118
    WIN
    Unit1.5
    +195
    4-2 in Last 6 NFL Player Props Picks
    Analysis:

    Mahomes has gone over this number in all but three games this season, and he had three carries in two of those games where he went under. With Kansas City's offensive issues, I expect Mahomes to continue to extend plays and rack up carries and rushing yards against Green Bay.

    Pick Made: Dec 04, 12:44 am UTC
    Dec 04 2023, 1:20 am UTC
    League
    Kansas City
    19
    @ Green Bay
    27
    Point SpreadKansas City -5.5 -110
    LOSS
    Unit1.0
    +160
    7-5 in Last 12 NFL Picks
    +90
    2-1 in Last 3 NFL ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The Packers have played well in their last two games, and had a mini-bye week after playing on Thanksgiving day. That said, I just don't think they have the offensive firepower to score enough points on Kansas City's elite defense to keep this game within six points. The weather will play a factor, and I expect a fairly ugly game, with the Chiefs winning by a touchdown or more on SNF.

    Pick Made: Dec 04, 12:37 am UTC
    Dec 04 2023, 1:00 am UTC
    League
    Colorado
    1
    @ Los Angeles
    4
    Over / UnderOVER 6 -110
    LOSS
    Unit1.0
    Analysis:

    Los Angeles has been playing outstanding, and Colorado has been scoring plenty despite their ongoing inconsistent play. The Avs have allowed four goals in back-to-back games, and while the Kings have been playing great on the defensive end, I do expect Colorado to put the puck in the net on Sunday night. I expect 7+ goals in this one.

    Pick Made: Dec 04, 12:48 am UTC
    Dec 02 2023, 9:00 pm UTC
    League
    Georgia
    24
    @ Alabama
    27
    Point SpreadGeorgia -5.5 -110
    LOSS
    Unit1.0
    +345
    8-5 in Last 13 CFB Picks
    +110
    5-4 in Last 9 CFB ATS Picks
    +90
    2-1 in Last 3 UGA ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Both teams are playing outstanding football heading into this game, and I think they each got caught looking ahead to this matchup in their surprisingly close games last week. For me, Georgia is the better team on both sides. I expect a bit of a shootout, with the Bulldogs winning by a touchdown.

    Pick Made: Dec 01, 12:38 am UTC
    Dec 02 2023, 9:00 pm UTC
    League
    Georgia
    24
    @ Alabama
    27
    Over / UnderOVER 54.5 -110
    LOSS
    Unit1.5
    +345
    8-5 in Last 13 CFB Picks
    +235
    3-1 in Last 4 CFB O/U Picks
    Analysis:

    I have Georgia winning by a touchdown in this one, but I expect the game to be fairly high-scoring with a point total going into the 60's.

    Pick Made: Dec 01, 12:44 am UTC
    Dec 02 2023, 1:00 am UTC
    League
    Oregon
    31
    @ Washington
    34
    Over / UnderUNDER 66 -110
    WIN
    Unit2.0
    +345
    8-5 in Last 13 CFB Picks
    +235
    3-1 in Last 4 CFB O/U Picks
    Analysis:

    I have the Ducks winning comfortably here (as seen in my other pick for this game), and I think it will be in large part due to an outstanding defensive effort against the Huskies. I don't see this game getting above 60 points.

    Pick Made: Dec 01, 12:34 am UTC
    Dec 02 2023, 1:00 am UTC
    League
    Oregon
    31
    @ Washington
    34
    Point SpreadOregon -9.5 -110
    LOSS
    Unit1.0
    +345
    8-5 in Last 13 CFB Picks
    +110
    5-4 in Last 9 CFB ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    I jumped on this earlier in the week at -8.5, and I'm still on board with taking it at -9.5. Oregon has been on a mission since their loss to the Huskies in Seattle (where they were clearly the better team in my opinion). Bo Nix can lock up the Heisman and a spot in the CFP in this matchup, and Washington hasn't been playing its best football as of late. I expect a dominant performance from the Ducks on both sides of the ball, with them winning by 2+ touchdowns.

    Pick Made: Nov 30, 5:31 pm UTC