Morning fuel: Maxwell House

Let's be real. Do you know of any coffee aficionado that would turn down a morning call rich in taste and with a pleasant aroma -- before starting their day in Miami? I start my day in Miami, whether I'm prepping for a marketing meeting or a long run, never mind stay 'muy 'caliente', with a fresh and eye-opening cup of Maxwell House coffee. 

Maxwell House, a blue canister always on the kitchen counter, and rarely out of my sight, provides the perfect blend of Arabica and Robusta coffee beans; it's richness and aroma always firing up my day. (Maxwell House, providing the perfect wake-up call for millions of Americans since 1892, is available for $7.99 (on average for a large blue canister) at select variety department stores in Miami, including all Target stores.

Bet √: NFL/NCAAF Pick$

  I know some my Instagram 'friends' (I'm at @miami_by_fernie by the way) come around here only for FREE picks. 

 That's right! I've been keeping an eye on all of you - from Sacramento, California to Plantation, Florida - and all you Instagram housed degenerates want are FREE picks. So, without further ado here is a Bet √ of my NFL/NCAAF betting board. (Note: Do your own homework.)

NFL:

Dolphins (-3.5) vs. Jaguars, Sunday, 9:30 a.m.

Should the Dolphins, losers of four straight up games, be favorite over anybody? Apparently the return of a starting QB who still hasn't developed a skill to throw a football down field is enough to make the Dolphins short chalk for the second time in three weeks. Eat a big breakfast .. and

 

🎏 fry: Will the Dolphins (-3.5) cover as favorites vs. the Jaguars on Sunday morning in England? 

Seahawks @ Steelers (-5), Sunday, 8:20 p.m.

So, all of a sudden the Steelers (-5) are significant favs at home -- when only a week ago the roof was caving in? Maybe, its because Geno Smith -- GENO SMITH !?! -- has been called upon to save the season for Seattle. Proceed with caution and use good bet intuition.

Raiders @ Broncos (-3), Sunday, 4:25 p.m.

Logical thought is the roof is falling on the Raiders (+3) as they arrive for a division game as road underdogs. Only problem is - the Broncos have plenty of problems, too. And must of them on the football field. Your sports betting intuition might come in really handy in this spot.

Packers (-4.5) @ Bears, Sunday, 1 p.m.

Tricky spot for the Packers, on the road for a second straight week, right? The Bears, short home underdogs, seem to be getting right after making the correct move at QB. Do your work, kids.

California @ Oregon (-14), Friday, 10:30 p.m.

The Ducks, living off a SU win at Ohio St., have been derailed by injuries, while California might not be as bad as it's overall record indicates. Be careful, my friends.

UM @ North Carolina (-7.5), Saturday, 3:30 p.m.

This spread smells of an overreact to the Canes going with a new starting QB after the season-ending injury to D'Eriq King. Miami should have beat Virginia and some of their young players, inserted in recent weeks, have shown well - in place of uninterested players already looking towards the NFL. Use smart bet acumen, here.

 

Right up my sleeve: The Perry Ellis Men's Slim Fit Dress Collection

 Do you want to feel comfortable, yet style a classic and vintage muy caliente look -- whether you're taking notes in a business meeting or ready to roll up your sleeves before a leisure lunch in Miami?

 If so, you're definitely fit for The Perry Ellis Men's Slim Fit Dress Shirt Collection, including one of my favorites: this plaid, canvas colored long sleeve dress shirt from the Perry Ellis Men's Slim Fit Dress Shirt Collection. 

 The Perry Ellis Men's Slim Fit Dress Shirt Collection, which provides the perfect fit me, is just perfect to roll in Miami - from it's crisp, button down look to the all-cotton stretch feel makes for the perfect day. No matter the weather conditions in Miami. The stretch and spread collar of my Perry Ellis Men's Slim Fit Dress Shirt (Collection) also providing the right amount of room for me - to be on the move.

 And if that's not enough to roll up your sleeves right now over the classic look and comfortable feel of The Perry Ellis Men's Slim Fit Dress Shirt Collection, I usually find my favorite Perry Ellis Men's Slim Fit Dress Shirt Collection dress shirts on retail for an average of $17.99-$24.99 at most local department stores, including Marshalls and TJ Maxx, if not visit online shops. 

 

Muy 'caliente': The Perry Ellis Men's Slim Fit Dress Shirt Collection, one of my favorites to wear in Miami, is available at select department stores and online shops for an average of $17.99-$24.99. 

Bet ✓ : NCAAF Ranking$

 Let's beat our chest a little bit: Not only has Georgia been my No .1 team for several weeks, we've been telling you Alabama was on the verge of serious trouble. 

 We've also been tracking Michigan for a while as a national title contender you could buy very low on; with Penn St. being the Top-5 miss that let us down last week. But while not entirely sold on Oklahoma or Cincinnati, we're not giving up on Penn State - still in our Bet ✓ Top-10 - and Florida to keep us within walking distance of the 💰 window. 

 Here is another Bet ✓ heading into Week 7. (Note: Manny Diaz is still the head coach of the University of Miami football team. So, please call for help if you're still on Fantasy Island.)

1.) Georgia: Anymore questions about the Bulldogs not being worthy of top status -- at least for now? Georgia, significantly better coached than Alabama, in addition to having a deeper roster, better be careful with Florida. Track them under totals for spot value.

2.) Ohio State: The defense appears to have caught up with the offense. And that spells trouble for the rest of the Big 10 and CFP candidates. The Buckeyes and Wolverines are thisclose right now -- when it comes to deciding who has the better team. 

3.) Cincinnati: The Bearcats, showing no mercy on the scoreboard in recent weeks, have a long road to travel. But will remain in the conversation - at least - if they remain undefeated. 

4.) Alabama: Saint Nick gets a lot of credit -- and deservedly so -- but all this noise about having a pro coaching staff might be a bit overvalued. Especially, if you've watched Alabama get outplayed recently. Can they solve all their problems, and they have many, in time for the SEC Championship Game? Unlikely.

5.) Oklahoma: Only because the Sooners are still undefeated and riding in off a miraculous win over Texas. But uncertainty at QB and an unstable defense at this stage in the season doesn't paint a perfect picture moving forward. Keep grabbing those points vs. the Sooners.

6.) Michigan: Good, not great, on both sides of the ball has been plenty enough to make up for a few coaching mishaps. But a cleansing is in order before Ohio State week if the Wolverines are to go from being a nice story to national title contender.

 

First down: No. 1 Georgia is clearly the top team in the nation.

7.) Iowa: Just getting by Penn State at home gives you the right to start some Big 10 beef. But is it good enough to be taken seriously as a CFP contender? 

8.) Penn State: Injury at QB could derail what is a solid roster from top to bottom in Happy Valley. But don't close the door on a New Year's bowl invite just yet. 

9.) Florida: The Gators still intrigue, despite losses to two undefeated teams at the time they played them. Dark horse to make CFP -  if they win the rest of their games.

10.) Kentucky: I know, I know. But the Wildcats are not as good as Florida. And don't have the national allure just yet. That stuff matters with committee voters. And smart bettors. 

Bet ✓: NFL Ranking$

 The Dolphins are hopeless at this point. 

 And so are you if you think a team incapable of moving the football downfield with one quick strike in this day and age -- never mind lacking one true marketable superstar -- is going to make any kind of playoff push or get you to the 💰 window.  

 But look on the bright side: The Dolphins, short favs vs. the Jaguars this week, play in London on Sunday, so you can watch off the terrible fish smell early before making plans to be on one beach or golf course. It's time for a 'Bet' ✓ post-Week 5:

 1.) Cowboys: That's five straight ATS covers for a team routinely ridiculed. Only this version of 'Jerry Kid's' is deep and talented across the board. Yes. Even on defense. Keep going against the market still enamored with Tommy and Bradley Cooper, while you scream 'How 'Bout Them Cowboys ?!!?'

 2.) Chargers: See above. A star quarterback, above-average defense and quality head coach will move you up the chart quickly. Another team you might want to buy low on right now.

 3.) Packers: See a trend here, right? 🌟 quarterback, above-average defense and competent head coach with the ability to adjust on the fly has allowed for a few heart-pounding escapes. The next four games, all against 2020 playoff teams, including Arizona, will let us know who the Packers really are.

 4.) Steelers: I'm not jumping off now. Too much talent across the board, as evidenced on Sunday, to believe Pittsburgh can't make a run through January -- especially with an improving OL and young 🌟 RB. 

 5.) Bills: Attitude-building ATS road take vs. Kansas City on SNF can only improve a 🌟 quarterback's profile, while bring a massive defense line to the forefront. Only thing going against the Bills can be asked with one question: How good is the AFC East?

 

No. 1: Can the Cowboys (4-1 SU, 5-0 ATS) improve to 5-1 SU for the first time since Dak Prescott's rookie season - with a SU win in New England on Sunday afternoon?

 6.) Panthers: Not very impressive to the naked eye, but built to last through January. Carolina has also improved it's roster significantly in recent weeks. Keep playing those under totals.

 7.) Cardinals: Sexy pick all of a sudden. But let's see more from a run defense which has shown cracks on occasion before we think the 'Birds can go bowling. In the meantime, track those over totals.

 8.) Rams: Something seems off on offense, despite the ATS win in Seattle. Can the Rams score enough to be considered a major player late into the season? Keep your soup warm.

9.) Browns: Do you trust Baker Mayfield enough to keep betting on the Browns?  Cleveland will go as far as their OL takes them.

10.) Bucs: Thumbs up - for the time being. But this team is no sure thing to get back to the Super Bowl. Especially with significant injuries on  offense, and Richard Sherman in your secondary.