**Struggles Continue for Weekly Betting Picks Amid Tough Market Conditions**

Another challenging week has left betting enthusiasts reeling. Recent wagers on both sides and totals have taken a hit, with a notable stretch of bad variance playing a significant role in the downturn. While the goal is to beat the closing line—securing a better betting price than what’s available just before the game starts—recent performance stats tell a grim story.

In the latest rounds, totals managed to beat the closing line in 10 out of 14 instances. However, only three of those bets resulted in wins, with one ending in a push. Unfortunately, achieving success in only a fraction of the bets won't cut it in the long run. For a seasoned bettor, beating the market two-thirds of the time is often seen as a pathway to long-term success.

The record from last week stands at a disappointing 1-5, leading to a loss of 4.50 units. The season’s performance isn't any more promising, documenting a record of 45-56-4 with a staggering loss of 16.62 units, equating to a -14.5% ROI. Such figures underscore the challenging climate that bettors are facing currently.

Despite prior setbacks, there’s renewed focus on this week's eight bets, evenly split between sides and totals. Among the intriguing opportunities is the Iron Bowl, pending market movements before committing to a bet. It's always advisable to shop around for the best available prices.

Here's a breakdown of the top picks for college football in Week 14:

1. **Bowling Green -2 (-110) vs. Miami Ohio**:
Betting on Bowling Green stems from existing MAC futures at +700 and an over-hit on their win total. The Falcons appear to be the stronger team, with the current line being advantageous.

2. **Sam Houston State +3 (-110) vs. Liberty**:
In what serves as a hedge against Liberty's CUSA futures, this bet banks on Liberty falling short of preseason expectations. The line seems favorable given the unexpected downturn post their loss to Kennesaw State.

3. **Texas State -1 (-110) at South Alabama**:
This pick aligns with initial futures betting on South Alabama under 6.5 wins at +148. Texas State is seen as the superior team, making anything at -2.5 or better a solid wager.

4. **Clemson -2.5 (-110) vs. South Carolina**:
With both teams eyeing the College Football Playoff, Clemson is seen as having a slight edge. Despite South Carolina’s strong defense, Clemson’s generally higher ranking in models and a consistent CFP committee ranking make this a strategic bet.

Betting expert Austin Mock employs advanced statistical models to predict outcomes across various sports. His insights for college football's Week 14 offer a combination of data-driven picks and strategic hedging. As always, he's urging bettors to shop around for the best odds to maximize potential returns.