Best Bets: Positive Press, Alley Jams, Tiger Lane & Weekly Football Picks

With Murfreesboro, TN and Gainesville, FL receiving national attention for anti-Muslim actions, its good to see the Memphis area getting some positive press about the new Memphis Islamic Center in Cordova.

The Alley Jams series return on Friday night at Main Street and Peabody with special guests Memphis Jones and The Soul Shockers. If the weather holds up, this should be a great free event. See below for more Alley Jams info.



Tiger Lane, the Liberty Bowl's new tailgating area, will celebrate its grand opening this evening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. I've passed by Tiger Lane several times and it is very impressive, especially when compared to the previous fairgrounds set up. It won't be like going to the Grove in Oxford, but Tiger Lane will be a welcome addition for Memphis games, the Liberty Bowl and this weekend's Southern Heritage Classic.

Speaking of tailgating, today's Memphis Living Social offer is great deal for pre and post game snacks.

This week is a dream week for most football fans. The NFL kicks off tomorrow night when the Saint take on the Vikings (Calhoun's will be a great place to catch the game) and there are several huge college games (Miami vs Ohio State, Florida State vs Oklahoma and Penn State vs Alabama) on the slate.

Here's the picks for this week.

Last Week: 6-0
Season: 6-0 (100%)

New Orleans Saints over Minnesota Vikings
East Carolina over Memphis
Washington University over Rhodes
Jackson State over Tennessee State
Alabama over Penn State
Tennessee Titans over Oakland Raiders

Don't forget that the Rebirds start post-season play tonight at AutoZone Park.