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New Year’s would not be complete without the Rose Bowl. Stanford takes on Iowa from Pasadena, California.
Stanford is 11-2 while Iowa enters the contest at 12-1.
According to OddsShark, Stanford is favored by 6.5 points. The over-under is set at 52.5 points.
The Hawkeyes are 2-3-1 against the spread in their last six games while Stanford is 9-3 this season.
Both teams rely on great defense and their run game to win games. The under in this matchup is a safe bet.
Heavy is going away from Vegas in this matchup. The last time the Hawkeyes made the Rose Bowl was 1991. The magnitude of this game for Iowa cannot be overstated.
We like the Hawkeyes to not only keep it close but to win outright.
Heavy’s Pick: Iowa 20 Stanford 17. Iowa +6.5. Under on the point total.