In Week 11 of college football, several intriguing matchups are on the horizon, offering fans and bettors plenty of excitement. Jerry Palm, a renowned analyst, has shared his best bets for the weekend, including an anticipated Big 12 upset as Iowa State takes on BYU. Let's take a closer look at some of the key games and predictions for the upcoming week.

Last week's slate of games was relatively dull in the early matchups, but things heated up as the day progressed. The most significant upset occurred with Oklahoma State's victory over Oklahoma, effectively eliminating the Sooners from contention in the College Football Playoff hunt.

Off the field, the Michigan sign-stealing scandal continues to make headlines, potentially leading to disciplinary action against coach Jim Harbaugh by the Big Ten. However, the league will ensure that Michigan players are not punished, as they are not involved in the scandal and deserve to complete their season without interference.

Jerry Palm regularly shares his insights on potential winning bets each week. Despite a setback in Week 10, where he went 1-2, Palm's upset special has been on a roll, hitting for the third consecutive week. With a season record of 3-6 and 5-4 against the spread, Palm aims to steer bettors in the right direction.

Looking at the odds, the opening total for the Iowa game has consistently remained below the Ferentz Line (30) for the second week in a row. While some bettors initially wagered higher, the public has recognized the trend and adjusted accordingly. Historically, Iowa games have not come within a touchdown of this total in the past month, making the pick for this matchup favoring Under 28.

One of the standout games this week features Maryland as a slight favorite (-2) against Nebraska. Earlier in the season, Maryland was considered a strong contender in the Big Ten, but their performance declined significantly after a promising 5-0 start. Conversely, Nebraska has struggled, with only the Michigan Wolverines managing to win in Lincoln this season. With both teams in a desperate position, Palm's pick leans towards Nebraska (+2), looking for them to rebound from their recent loss.

Another intriguing matchup presents itself with Fresno State (+1) taking on San Jose State. Despite Fresno State's impressive 8-1 record, they find themselves as underdogs against the Spartans. However, San Jose State has been unable to defeat any team above .500 this season, making Fresno State an enticing pick.

Now, turning our attention to the Upset of the Week, Iowa State (-8) faces BYU, who has historically been a formidable opponent, particularly at home. The elevation and the Cougars' overall strength have contributed to their success, even in a slightly down year. However, Palm is confident that BYU will continue their undefeated home streak, selecting them as the underdog pick(+8) to potentially pull off the upset.

Other top-ranked teams and their predicted outcomes include No. 1 Ohio State against Michigan State (Over 47), No. 2 Georgia versus No. 9 Ole Miss (Georgia -11), No. 3 Michigan facing No. 10 Penn State (Michigan -4.5), No. 4 Florida State taking on Miami (Florida State -14.5), No. 5 Washington battling Utah (Washington -9.5), and No. 6 Oregon hosting USC (Over 73.5), among other matchups.

As college football enthusiasts anticipate an action-packed Week 11, Palm's picks and predictions offer valuable insights into the potential outcomes of these games. For more in-depth analysis and to see which teams SportsLine's proven computer model favors, visit their website and discover the winning picks for the weekend.