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Before we examine Florida Alabama odds, which will surely be the hottest betting event of the week, let’s take an early look at some NFL action this week, starting with the Thursday nighter.

New York Jets (-3) @ Buffalo Bills

Thursday, December 3, 8:20 p.m. ET

Maybe Dick Jauron was the problem all along? Buffalo’s offense has awakened since Perry Fewell took over head coaching duties. Terrell Owens is born again, suddenly posting monster numbers, and Ryan Fitzpatrick is stretching the field. Marshawn Lynch is riding the pine and watching Fred Jackson deservedly get the rock way more often. All this is good news for Bills fans and anyone who picked them at the online sportsbook last week but the mood may change this week. The Jets second-ranked defense features Darrelle Revis, the league’s best shutdown corner. He should quiet T.O. in a hurry. Also, Thomas Jones and the Jets’ rushing offense rank second in the NFL too. Facing the Bills, who own the NFL’s worst run defense, they won’t force Mark Sanchez to do much. Instead, watch New York hand off the ball and grind out an ugly win over the Bills.

NFL betting pick: Jets -3

Tennessee Titans @ Indianapolis Colts (-6.5)

Sunday, December 6, 1:00 p.m. ET

What would the spread for Colts/Titans football picks have been a month ago: 10? 14? Instead, Vince Young has led Tennessee to five straight victories and his team is less than a touchdown underdog travelling to Indianapolis this week. The Titans will be a “sexy” bet this week because of their potent rushing attack; it is true that the Colts are susceptible against the run. However, Peyton Manning and the Colts can erase seemingly any deficit. They’ve won an NFL-record five straight games when trailing to start the fourth quarter. As well as Tennessee has played of late, its pass defense is still suspect. Let’s remember that the Titans faced Matt Leinart last week instead of Kurt Warner. Manning carved them up for 300-plus yards earlier this season and should do so again. Don’t expect Tennessee to go quietly but pick the Colts to remain undefeated and cover the spread.

NFL betting pick: Colts -6.5