The Texas A&M Aggies came into the season unranked, and they didn't appear happy about it. The Aggies defense raised a lot of eyebrows in a win over Arizona State in Week 1, but I think they are asked to cover a few too many points against the Ball State Cardinals this week.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Aggies Passing Game - As good as the defense looked, the Aggies normally potent passing attack stalled in Week 1. Kyle Allen and Skyler Murray combined to throw for just 247 yards with two TDs and a pair of INTs on 19-of-35 passing. They will have a tough time running up the score unless they get better play at the quarterback position.

2. Home Cookin' - The Aggies have not been a good bet at home recently, failing to cover in six of their last seven at College Station. The Cardinals on the other hand are 44-17 ATS in their last 61 road games.

3. X-Factor - The last time Texas A&M played a non conference home game, they defeated ULM 21-16. Kyle Allen looked pretty bad in that game, throwing for 106 yards with a TD and an INT on 13-of-28 passing.


Selection: This is a play on the Ball State Cardinals (8*)