TST Best Bets: November 14, 2026 taken LOS ANGELES (sports gambling)

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Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter (7) celebrates a turnover on downs after sacking Kentucky quarterback Kenny Minchey (3) during a football game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., Nov. 7, 2026

This week’s college football slate brings another round of SEC matchups with ranked teams on the road. Tennessee heads to Texas A&M after a convincing win over Kentucky, while the Aggies look to end a two-game slide. Texas takes its three-game winning streak to LSU, which is coming off a loss to Alabama.

First Pick: Tennessee (Pk'Em) over Texas A&M

Rundown: Tennessee comes into College Station with momentum after a statement victory over the Wildcats last week, and its ground game looks well suited to a matchup against an Aggies team that has struggled to score consistently. The Vols have also allowed just 16 points across their last two wins, giving them a steady edge if this turns into a lower-scoring game.

Texas A&M’s home field makes this a tougher spot, but the Aggies’ recent offensive dips are hard to overlook. I’ll take Tennessee to make enough plays on both sides of the ball and leave with the win.

Second Pick: Texas +5 over LSU

Nov 7, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) slaps hands with Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) to celebrate a touchdown during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium.

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Nov 7, 2026; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Texas Longhorns running back Raleek Brown (0) slaps hands with Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) to celebrate a touchdown during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium.

Rundown: Texas has steadied itself with three straight wins since the midseason skid, including a solid road result at Missouri. LSU, meanwhile, managed just 13 points in last week’s loss to Alabama, and its home record against the spread has been shaky.

Tiger Stadium is a tough place to play, but five points gives Texas room in what should be a competitive game. I’m taking the Longhorns +5 to keep it close and potentially win outright.