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    Max Gorenstein

    Mad Max

    A CBS Sports researcher, Max understands matchups and trends -- which are relevant, which are fluff. Since he debuted with SportsLine in June 2021 at the age of 22, Max has crushed MLB props and team totals, returning 54.2 units or $5,420 for $100 bettors entering the 2023 season. He also raked in an incredible 209 units of profits on his NBA same-game parlays in the 2021-22 season. For Max Gorenstein media inquiries, contact SportsLine@CBSInteractive.com.

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    Nov 24 2023, 5:00 pm UTC
    League
    Iowa
    13
    @ Nebraska
    10
    Over / UnderUNDER 25.5 -115
    WIN
    Unit2.0
    +670
    3-0 in Last 3 CFB Picks
    +650
    4-0 in Last 4 CFB O/U Picks
    +500
    3-0 in Last 3 IOWA Picks
    +500
    3-0 in Last 3 IOWA O/U Picks
    Analysis:

    The lowest total ever in college football, sign me up for the under. Iowa has hit the under in six straight games with some of the lowest totals ever. They've also hit the under in five straight road games. The Cornhuskers offense is terrible. The weather is a mess in Lincoln. Expect a disgusting offensive output by both teams. Bet the Under and watch something else.

    Pick Made: Nov 24, 3:33 pm UTC
    Nov 18 2023, 8:30 pm UTC
    League
    Illinois
    13
    @ Iowa
    15
    Over / UnderUNDER 32.5 -110
    WIN
    Unit2.0
    +670
    3-0 in Last 3 CFB Picks
    +650
    4-0 in Last 4 CFB O/U Picks
    +500
    3-0 in Last 3 IOWA Picks
    +500
    3-0 in Last 3 IOWA O/U Picks
    Analysis:

    This pick is out of principle. The total is low for a reason. The Hawkeyes are built for low-scoring football and we'll see it again in this game. They have one of the best defenses in the country and one of the worst offenses. This game will be very slow and a puntfest. Take the under.

    Pick Made: Nov 18, 7:20 am UTC
    Nov 19 2023, 1:30 am UTC
    League
    Texas So.
    50
    @ Creighton
    82
    Point SpreadCreighton -27.5 -104
    WIN
    Unit1.5
    +687
    6-2 in Last 8 CBB Picks
    +490
    4-1 in Last 5 CBB ATS Picks
    +240
    3-1 in Last 4 CREIGH Picks
    +240
    3-1 in Last 4 CREIGH ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The Bluejays are stacked this year and their offense looks unstoppable early in the season. The Tigers haven't scored more than 55 points this season and that shouldn't change in this game. The Bluejays offense will be able to do whatever they want again. Lay the points.

    Pick Made: Nov 18, 7:18 am UTC
    Nov 15 2023, 1:00 am UTC
    League
    Texas A&M
    79
    @ SMU
    66
    Point SpreadTexas A&M -5.5 -110
    WIN
    Unit1.5
    +687
    6-2 in Last 8 CBB Picks
    +490
    4-1 in Last 5 CBB ATS Picks
    +142
    2-1 in Last 3 TEXAM Picks
    Analysis:

    The Aggies are off to a great start to the season as they are coming off of a big win at Ohio State. The Mustangs have lost five straight games against ranked opponents. Since the start of last season, the Aggies are 4-0 ATS as road favorite covering the spread by an average of 13.1 PPG. Expect Wade Taylor IV and the Aggies to dominate this game and cover the spread.

    Pick Made: Nov 14, 6:41 pm UTC
    Nov 11 2023, 12:00 am UTC
    League
    Texas A&M
    73
    @ Ohio St.
    66
    Money LineTexas A&M +102
    WIN
    Unit1.0
    +687
    6-2 in Last 8 CBB Picks
    +197
    2-1 in Last 3 CBB ML Picks
    +142
    2-1 in Last 3 TEXAM Picks
    Analysis:

    The Aggies are loaded with returning junior Wade Taylor IV. Taylor might be the best point guard in the country. The Buckeyes struggled in their season-opener vs Oakland. The Buckeyes are not a good team. They shouldn't be favored in this game. Take the Aggies to win straight up.

    Pick Made: Nov 10, 6:25 pm UTC
    Nov 11 2023, 12:00 am UTC
    League
    Arizona
    78
    @ Duke
    73
    Money LineArizona +195
    WIN
    Unit1.0
    +687
    6-2 in Last 8 CBB Picks
    +197
    2-1 in Last 3 CBB ML Picks
    +395
    4-1 in Last 5 ARIZ Picks
    Analysis:

    This Arizona Wildcats team is loaded as they picked up star guard Caleb Love from North Carolina. I am not a huge believer in this Duke team. Outside of Kyle Filipowski, this is not an elite team. The Wildcats guards should be able to do whatever they want in this game while Oumar Ballo protects the paint. Getting the Wildcats at this price is great.

    Pick Made: Nov 10, 6:00 pm UTC
    Nov 10 2023, 12:00 am UTC
    League
    James Madison
    113
    @ Kent St.
    108
    Point SpreadKent St. -3.5 -110
    LOSS
    Unit1.0
    +687
    6-2 in Last 8 CBB Picks
    +490
    4-1 in Last 5 CBB ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    This is a huge letdown spot for the Dukes coming off of their season opening upset over #4 Michigan State. Now they have to visit a very strong Golden Flashes team. The Golden Flashes lost their two leading scorers from last season but they did get transfer Reggie Bass to help they stay a tournament team. They were fantastic at home last season going 8-4-1 ATS at home and that should continue. Expect the Dukes to come back down to Earth. Take the Golden Flashes.

    Pick Made: Nov 09, 6:34 am UTC
    Nov 08 2023, 2:00 am UTC
    League
    Auburn
    82
    @ Baylor
    88
    Point SpreadBaylor -1.5 -120
    WIN
    Unit1.5
    +687
    6-2 in Last 8 CBB Picks
    +490
    4-1 in Last 5 CBB ATS Picks
    +240
    3-1 in Last 4 BAYLOR ATS Picks
    +130
    3-2 in Last 5 BAYLOR Picks
    Analysis:

    This Baylor team is dangerous. They are returning Langston Love, Jalen Bridges, and Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua. They also picked up Toledo transfer RayJ Dennis who was 2nd in MAC with 19.5 PPG last season. The Tigers lost their two best guards in Wendell Green Jr. and Allen Flanigan. Laying only 1.5 with the Bears feels like a gift, even on a neutral court. Take Baylor to start the season out with a bang.

    Pick Made: Nov 07, 7:35 am UTC
    Nov 07 2023, 3:00 am UTC
    League
    USC
    82
    @ Kansas St.
    69
    Money LineKansas St. +140
    LOSS
    Unit1.0
    +687
    6-2 in Last 8 CBB Picks
    +197
    2-1 in Last 3 CBB ML Picks
    Analysis:

    This Wildcats team is loaded even without Nae'Qwan Tomlin. They added two top tier transfers: Tylor Perry from North Texas and Arthur Kaluma from Creighton. The Wildcats might be the best unranked team in the country. Their counterpart in this game, the Trojans, have a lot of expectations coming into this season. Boogie Ellis is still going to be running the show for the Trojans. Freshman Isaiah Collier will make this team tough come March. This team could struggle to start this season. Love getting the more experienced Wildcats at plus money.

    Pick Made: Nov 06, 5:56 pm UTC
    Nov 07 2023, 2:00 am UTC
    League
    St. Thomas (MN)
    66
    @ California
    71
    Point SpreadSt. Thomas (MN) +9.5 -112
    WIN
    Unit1.5
    +687
    6-2 in Last 8 CBB Picks
    +490
    4-1 in Last 5 CBB ATS Picks
    +240
    3-1 in Last 4 STTHMN ATS Picks
    +140
    3-2 in Last 5 STTHMN Picks
    Analysis:

    First pick of the season let's do it right. The Tommies were great against the spread last season. They started the season on a 6-1 ATS run and they ended the season on a 7-2 ATS run. The Golden Bears on the other hand were terrible last season and they didn't improve going into this season. They went just 3-29 straight up. They were 5-12 ATS at home and 1-5 ATS as a home favorite last season. Will be taking the Tommies a lot this season. Let's start hot.

    Pick Made: Nov 06, 5:30 pm UTC
    Oct 29 2023, 2:30 am UTC
    League
    Oregon State
    24
    @ Arizona
    27
    Money LineArizona +135
    WIN
    Unit2.0
    +670
    3-0 in Last 3 CFB Picks
    Analysis:

    The Wildcats are a very good team as they proved beating Washington State by 38 in their last game. They are 6-1 ATS this season, which is tied for the best in FBS. They are a great defensive team and should be able to slow down the Beavers throughout the game. The Beavers defense has struggled on the road. The Wildcats have scored 40+ points in back-to-back games and have a good chance to make it three straight. Take the Wildcats.

    Pick Made: Oct 28, 6:44 am UTC
    Oct 28 2023, 7:30 pm UTC
    League
    Georgia
    43
    @ Florida
    20
    Point SpreadFlorida +14.5 -115
    LOSS
    Unit2.0
    +670
    3-0 in Last 3 CFB Picks
    Analysis:

    This will be the Bulldogs first game since the Brock Bowers injury. Bowers was the most important piece to the Bulldogs offense. The Gators are 8-3-1 ATS in their last 12 games vs AP-top 5 opponents. The Bulldogs are just 1-5-1 ATS this season. Florida will be able to keep this game close and cover this big spread. Take the points.

    Pick Made: Oct 28, 6:24 am UTC
    Oct 28 2023, 11:00 pm UTC
    League
    Troy
    31
    @ Texas St.
    13
    Money LineTexas St. +210
    LOSS
    Unit1.0
    +670
    3-0 in Last 3 CFB Picks
    Analysis:

    The Bobcats have been great as they have been able to run the ball up and down the field all season. The Trojans have struggled to stop the run this season. The Bobcats will be able to control the pace and should have a huge advantage in time of possession. The wrong team is favored. Take the Bobcats to "upset" the Trojans.

    Pick Made: Oct 28, 6:14 am UTC
    Oct 28 2023, 7:30 pm UTC
    League
    Oregon
    35
    @ Utah
    6
    Money LineUtah +195
    LOSS
    Unit1.0
    +670
    3-0 in Last 3 CFB Picks
    +100
    2-1 in Last 3 UTAH Picks
    Analysis:

    The Utah Utes have won 18 straight home games and are now underdogs against the Oregon Ducks. The Utes defense is elite and should be able to slow down the Ducks. This is the first time the Utes are home underdogs since 2018. Getting the Utes at home at almost 2/1 is amazing.

    Pick Made: Oct 28, 6:07 am UTC
    Oct 21 2023, 7:30 pm UTC
    League
    Minnesota
    12
    @ Iowa
    10
    Over / UnderUNDER 30.5 -105
    WIN
    Unit1.0
    +670
    3-0 in Last 3 CFB Picks
    +650
    4-0 in Last 4 CFB O/U Picks
    +500
    3-0 in Last 3 IOWA Picks
    +500
    3-0 in Last 3 IOWA O/U Picks
    Analysis:

    This is the lowest total since at least 2000 but there is good reason why. These are two of the worst offenses in the Big Ten, maybe even the country. They rank 3rd and 4th to last in passing yards per game only ahead of Navy and Air Force who have elite rushing offenses. This will be a windy day in Iowa which will make the offenses even worse. Expect an unbelievably low final score. Take the under.

    Pick Made: Oct 21, 5:39 am UTC