College Football ATS Picks for Week 2: Key Matchups and Picks

 

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Lot of upsets in Week 1 of the college football season. The biggest was Howard at +45 winning over UNLV. Las Vegas sportsbooks were not offering a money line on the game, but the Bison could be found as 600-1 long shots and even higher at some offshore books like MyBookie. So, with that in mind, we’ve decided to pick out our top College Football Week 2 picks to bet against the spread. Here are our two picks with the latest NCAAF odds for Week 2 of the regular season.

College Football Week 2 ATS Picks

No. 16 Louisville at North Carolina

When: Saturday, Sept. 9, Noon ET
Where: Kenan Stadium, Chapel Hill
TV: ESPN
Opening College Football Week 2 Lines: Louisville -8

Why Bet On Louisville?

Neither of these ACC potential contenders looked great in Week 1. The No. 16 Cardinals escaped vs. a bad Purdue team, 35-28. Amid the false starts and the fumbles, QB Lamar Jackson, the elusive, cannon-armed junior who is trying to become the first player since Archie Griffin to repeat as a Heisman Trophy winner, posted some ridiculous numbers to come to the rescue, throwing for 378 yards and running for 107.

But there were troubling signs too. The inability to run the ball consistently tends to make an offense more predictable and hurts red-zone production, which led to field goals of 23, 32 and 30 yards Saturday. Louisville finished with 16 penalties for 110 yards. If you’re looking for an explanation as to how a largely outmanned Purdue team was able to push the Cards to the wire, penalties and fumbles are a big part of the answer.

“Well, we’ll take it,” U of L coach Bobby Petrino said. “It was a hard-fought game. I felt like we gave them opportunities and kept them in the game some. … I’m really disappointed in our penalties and turning the ball over. That’s what we’ve been harping on all fall. That’s what we’ve worked on, and that didn’t come out and show.”

An apparent leg injury to Jaire Alexander, Louisville’s preseason All-American cornerback, dampened the win for the Cards. Alexander took a nasty spill in the second quarter after scooping up a blocked field- goal attempt and trying to return it, and he didn’t return.

It was the Cardinals’ first victory over a Big Ten team since 1998, when Louisville beat Illinois 35-9 in Champaign on Sept. 19. Louisville’s defense finished the game with three interceptions. It is the most since the Cardinals tallied three against NC State in 2016.

Why Bet On North Carolina?

The Heels were upset at home by California 35-30. Michael Carter scored twice for UNC (0-1), which started LSU graduate transfer Brandon Harris at quarterback but leaned more on redshirt freshman Chazz Surratt. The Tar Heels entered the offseason and preseason camp with a lot of questions on offense, most notably with the departure of No. 2 overall NFL draft pick Mitch Trubisky at quarterback.

The Tar Heels’ offense committed three turnovers Saturday. But the defense prevented the Golden Bears from converting those into any points. And a season removed from registering just one interception, UNC doubled that total with one by Donnie Miles and another by Andre Smith.

Michael Carter rushed for two touchdowns and 94 yards. Jordon Brown also added 56 yards on the ground and 53 receiving. And after much offseason discussion about the quarterback position, Surratt found some success, completing 18-of- 28 passes for 161 yards and a touchdown.

Fresno State at No. 1 Alabama

When: Saturday, Sept. 9, 3:30 PM ET
Where: Bryant-Denny Stadium
TV: ESPN2
Opening College Football Week 2 Lines: Alabama -42.5

Why Bet On Fresno State?

Could the Tide have a bit of a letdown after their big 24-7 Week 1 win over No. 3 Florida State? In addition, that stellar defense lost two linebackers to injury. Redshirt junior Christian Miller, who is listed as Alabama’s starter at Sam linebacker, has a torn biceps and is expected to miss the rest of the year. Sophomore Terrell Lewis, who is one of the Tide’s top young defensive players, tore a ligament in his elbow and is out for the year.

They were two of four Alabama linebackers who left with injuries Saturday night. Inside linebacker Rashaan Evans didn’t play during the second half because of a groin injury and starting outside linebacker Anfernee Jennings left with a sprained ankle.

Fresno opened with a 66-0 win over little Incarnate Word. Fresno State churned out 613 yards of offense while allowing just 148 against the overmatched Cardinals, a championship subdivision opponent picked to finish last in the Southland Conference. The Bulldogs are now coached by Jeff Tedford, a former Bulldogs quarterback and assistant best known for an 11-year run as the coach at Cal.

The 66 points were the most the Bulldogs have scored since a 69-28 victory over New Mexico in 2013 when Derek Carr threw seven touchdown passes. Their last shutout was a 51-0 win over UC Davis in 2009.

Why Bet On Alabama?

Even with those injuries, the Tide dominated FSU. The defense forced two interceptions, caused and recovered a fumble and blocked two kicks. The victory extended the Crimson Tide’s winning streak in season openers to 16 straight games.

The Alabama special teams forced a fumble on a kickoff as well as blocking a field goal and a punt, while converting on three field goal attempts in the decisive victory. The Tide defense buckled down in the second half, allowing the potent Seminole offense just 65 total yards, while picking off FSU quarterback Deondre Francois twice in the final 16 minutes of the game. Shaun Dion Hamilton led the Alabama defense with eight tackles from his starting linebacker spot, including 3.5 tackles for loss and a sack.

Under head coach Nick Saban, Alabama has played in eight season-opening games in a domed stadium. In those eight contests, the Crimson Tide is a perfect 8-0 and owns a 289-111 (36.1-13.9) scoring advantage over its opponents.

Also under Saban, the Crimson Tide is 107-7 (.939) when leading at the half. Alabama led Florida State, 10-7, at the half vs. FSU and has held the lead in 26 of its last 32 games dating back to the start of the 2015 season, including 13 of 15 games in 2016.

Expert College Football Week 2 Predictions

I like both the underdogs here; UNC because it’s at home and should lose close and Fresno State because Alabama almost surely will suffer some sort of letdown and only win by 35-40. It’s going to be a very interesting College Football Week 2.

 

 

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The Kickoff Week fully lived up to its expectations, delivering a highlight reel of pulsating plays and matchups, along with standout performances from various players. It’s probably too early to jump into any conclusions right now, but based on the action and results from Week 1, here are our updated college football betting prop picks for the 2016 season.

Here Are the Updated 2016 College Football Betting Props

Heisman Trophy Odds Update After Week 1

Best Pick: J.T. Barrett

The 2016 Heisman Trophy favorites like DeShaun Watson (Clemson, QB), Leonard Fournette (LSU, RB), Christian McCaffrey (Stanford, RB) and Baker Mayfield 12/1 (Oklahoma, QB) all had commendable starts to the season in their respective Week 1 games, so it will be important to keep an eye on them as the season progresses. But if there is someone who boosted his stock greatly, it is Ohio State’s gunslinger J.T. Barrett. The starting QB, who played a pivotal role in Ohio State’s National Championship title in the 2014 season, started his season with a bang, as he set a school record with seven touchdowns in a 77-10 blowout win over Bowling Green.

Barrett completed 21-of- 31 passes for 349 yards and six passing touchdowns to go along with 30 rushing yards and another score on the ground. With Ohio State’s offense looking better than ever with Barrett at the helm, and the defense also capable of playing up to its strength, a very favorable Heisman Trophy campaign can be expected from Barrett.

Honorable Mention: Lamar Jackson (Louisville)

Call me cheesy or corny for riding the popular wave, but you really can’t blame me for being high on these guy as a sleeper pick for the Heisman Trophy after he totaled a school-record eight touchdowns (6 passing, 2 rushing) and 405 offensive yards in just one half against Charlotte on Thursday Night. This was after he finished the 2015 season with aplomb in the Music City Bowl win over Texas A&M, where he threw for 227 yards and two TDs while rushing for 226 yards (a Music City Bowl record for any position) and two more TDs to earn game MVP honors. I know that Barrett, McCaffrey and Co. are the names everyone is talking about, and rightfully so. But if Lamar Jackson can keep on making decisions in the splendid way he did against Charlotte, and possibly lead to an upset over Clemson, Florida State or both teams; then he could easily win the title, or at least factor in the list of finalists. Mind you, Jackson’s odds to win the Heisman Trophy were 100-1 prior to Week 1, but those odds incredibly improved to 40-1 after his Week 1 showcase, underlining just how the betting public loves what he brings to the Heisman table.

Divisional Title Props Update After Week 1

Nebraska to Win the Big Ten West

Save for Northwestern, all members of the Big Ten West posted wins in Week 1, with Wisconsin’s upset win over LSU at the Lambeau standing as the biggest victory of the week. The fact that the Badgers were able to outplay LSU’s talent-laden offense and new Wisconsin defensive coordinator Justin Wilcox turned in a great performance means the Badgers will be a tough out in the Big Ten West divisional race. That said, the hyped Badgers have a really tough schedule that includes a five-week stretch against Michigan State, Michigan, Ohio State and Iowa. No way will Wisconsin win the Big Ten West with such a schedule.

That brings me to Nebraska, who are my sleeper pick for the divisional title, obviously behind top favorites Iowa. For starters, the Cornhuskers will be dodging the bullet in conference play by not meeting Michigan State and Michigan. Roster-wise, the Huskers are led by an uprising QB in Tommy Armstrong Jr., who threw for over 3000 yards with 22 TDs against 16 picks. The QB noticeably cut down on his mistakes as the season went on, and this was evident in the Foster Farms Bowl last season, where he threw for 174 yards and 1 TD and also had 76 yards rushing with a TD to lead Nebraska to a in a 37-29 victory over the UCLA Bruins. That, mind you, wasn’t their only win against an elite opponent, as they also beat Michigan State earlier in the season. And above everything else, the Huskers were competitive in all their games last year, with five of their defeats coming by 5 points or less and their worst loss of the season coming by 10 points; a game in which Armstrong Jr. didn’t play.

Fast forward to 2016, the Huskers landed 5-4 star recruits in ESPN’s top 300 Recruits for 2016, the team is returning a good number of experienced players, and the Nebraska running game is solid enough to win a game even when Armstrong Jr. is not using his big arms, as was showcased in their run-heavy 43-10 win over Fresno State. Blend up all these ingredients, you get a team that is well worth a bet as a sleeper in the Big Ten West race.

Passing Yards Props After Week 1

Patrick Mahomes (Texas Tech, QB) To Lead the Nation in Passing Yardage

In 2015, the Red Raiders were an average team, finishing the season 7-6, but that had nothing to do with TTU’s offense but rather the leakiness of their defense. This defense ranked 126th in the country in rush defense and total defense (547.7 yards allowed per game). The 55 points allowed in a loss to No. 3 TCU, 63 points allowed in a defeat to No. 5 Baylor, 63 points allowed in a blowout loss at No. 17 Oklahoma, 70 points allowed in a home loss to Oklahoma State and 56 points allowed in a Texas Bowl loss to No. 20 LSU stand as prime examples of how porous the TTU defense was.

In the offense, it was an entirely different story, as Texas Tech ranked second in the nation in passing yards, scoring and total yards. Patrick Mahomes, in his first year as the full-time starting QB in Texas Tech, displayed his arm strength and poise in the pocket as he completed 364 of 573 passes (63.5 percent) for 4,653 yards (fourth-best in the nation and most in Big 12 since 2011) and 36 touchdowns (sixth-best nationally) against 15 interceptions. And for good measure, Mahomes added 456 yards and 10 touchdowns on the ground. The QB did lose some of his targets in the offseason like RB DeAndre Washington and WR Jakeem Grant, but he is returning with a good number of high-potential players, led by the top JuCo receiver recruit in the nation in Derrick Willies, a 6-3, 225-pounder who led the nation in yards per reception (23.6).

To prove his continued development as a big-yardage passer, Mahomes was at it in Week 1, flaunting his flame-throwing skills with 540 Total yards (including 483 passing yards) with 6 touchdowns (4 passing, 2 rushing) in a 69-17 win over FCS foe Stephen F. Austin. Put into better perspective, the Texas Tech’s gunslinger had 407 passing yards by halftime… with his coach choosing to rest him for most of the second half. Had he played the entire game, hitting 700 passing yards could have been a definite possibility. The fact that 18 different catchers had receptions in that Week 1 win further ascertains just how good the QB is. And with TTU likely to still struggle a bit in the defense, especially against high-scoring teams, Mahomes will have to throw/score a lot, so chucking it up for 5,000 passing yards and leading the nation in passing yards should be very possible for him.

 

 

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You forget how much you miss college football until Week 1 begins, and all the madness starts to flow once again and this allow us to start adding the latest ATS picks after the first week finishes. The opening week was brilliant, as we were treated to upsets, great games, and the idea that all the things we though we knew about what was going to happen this season may be way off. Alabama once again look like the team to beat after a dominant defensive showing against the Florida State Seminoles. But now, we head into College Football Week 2.

The Michigan Wolverines showed that they have reloaded to near perfection, blowing out the Florida Gators in Week 1, and while the Georgia Bulldogs may have lost their starting QB, Jacob Eason, for an extended period, they look to have replaced him with a 5-star gem in the form of Jake Fromm. How will things play out in Week 2? Let’s see if we can make some bold predictions with the current college football betting odds for Week 2 provided by MyBookie.

College Football Week 2 ATS Picks and Winning Favorites

Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Iowa State Cyclones

When / Where: September 09, 2017, 12:00 PM ET – Jack Trice Stadium
Live Stream: NCAA Live
College Football Week 2 Odds: -1 ½

Week 2 of the college football season features a lot of the bigger teas going against smaller opposition, but that is certainly not the case with this in-state rivalry. Both teams go their seasons off to a winning start, and both covered the spread in Week 1.

While it has been the Cyclones who have dominated ATS versus Iowa in recent years, I am looking at what the Hawkeyes have done recently, which is to go 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games. This has all the makings of a TD game, and I am putting things in the favor of the Hawkeyes, which means a win and a cover.

Indiana Hoosiers vs. Virginia Cavaliers ATS Picks

When / Where: September 09, 2017, 3:30 PM ET – Scott Stadium
Live Stream: NCAA Live
College Football Week 2 Odds: Indiana -3

When you look at the final score of Indiana’s opening game of the regular season, you don’t get to see the whole picture. Yes, they lost 49-21 to Ohio State, but this was a game that Indiana was very much in until later in the 3rd quarter.

This Hoosiers team is going to cause lesser teams a whole lot of trouble this season, as they are playing an upbeat style of offense that is going to be tough to stop. The Hoosiers have gone 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games on the road, and I think they can comfortably improve that record this weekend in Virginia.

Oklahoma Sooners vs. Ohio State Buckeyes

When / Where: September 09, 2017, 7:30 PM ET – Ohio Stadium Live Stream: NCAA Live
College Football Week 2 Odds: Ohio State -9

Both of these teams did what they we expected to do in Week 1, although it’s fair to say that one of them made it look easier than the other. The Oklahoma Sooners laid an absolute beating on the UTEP Miners, coming away with a 56-7 win, while the Buckeyes took 30 minutes to finally get rolling in a 49-21 win over the Indiana Hoosiers that was not as convincing as the final score might suggest.

Oklahoma have now covered in each of their last 5 games, and have also won their last 5 on the road. This is not to suggest that they will spring the upset here, but I do believe that they will manage to cover the spread.

Stanford Cardinal vs. USC Trojans

When / Where: September 09, 2017, 8:30 PM ET – Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
Live Stream: NCAA Live
College Football Week 2 Odds: USC -6

The danger with heaping praise on a team before the season starts is that they will start to believe their own press and come out a little too confident. That may well explain what happened to USC, as they struggled to get a 49-31 win over Western Michigan in Week 1.

Defensively, the Trojans looked very soft, which is not good news when they are about to face a Stanford team that pounded Rice 62-7. I was one who was a little skeptical about all the preseason love being sent the way of USC, and while they still might prove me wrong, I think they may be in trouble this coming weekend against a very good Stanford team.

Final College Football Week 2 Predictions

Not all the betting odds for College Football Week 2 have been released just yet, so be sure to check back for updates. We will try to get to as many of the upcoming games as possible so that we can put you in a position to win some money with these ATS picks for College Football Week 2.

 

 

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College football is back in full swing and the NCAA football betting lines opportunities are aplenty. Here is a guide to the top NCAA Football ATS picks for Week 2.

Top College Football ATS Picks For Week 2 (September 9th to 10th)

Louisville at Syracuse, Friday, September 09, 8:00 PM ET

Week 2 NCAAF ATS Pick: Louisville (-14.5)

Lamar Jackson continued his stellar form from last season, as he tallied a school-record 8 touchdowns and 400-plus yards of offense in just one half of football against Charlotte in arguably the most dominant show by a QB in Week 1. Jackson and the Cardinals should be due for another big show against the Orange, who won 33-7 in Week 1 vs. Colgate but were barely formidable and largely won the game because they were playing against a weak Red Raiders unit. FYI, expect this line to go up as bettors continually load up on the strong Cardinals.

Utah State at USC (-16.5), Saturday, September 10, 2:00 PM ET

Week 2 NCAAF ATS Pick: Utah State (+16.5)

The Trojans were utterly dominated in their embarrassing 52-6 Week 1 loss to Alabama, getting torched for 242 rushing by the Crimson Tide. This was the first time the Trojans were limited to zero touchdowns since 1997. Things should, however, be easier for USC in Week 2, as it takes on a manageable Utah State team. That said, the Aggies won 45-6 against Weber State team and covered the spread as 21-point favorites, showing strongly on both sides of the football, especially on the ground where they recorded a whopping 428 rushing yards. So whereas star receiver Juju Smith-Schuster and gang will put on a strong show and USC’s solid offensive line will play better than it did against Bama, the Aggies should be able to use their stellar running game to keep things close enough and cover the 16.5 spread.

Western Kentucky at Alabama, Saturday, September 10, 3:30 PM ET

Week 2 NCAAF ATS Pick: Alabama (-28.5)

Nick Saban and the defending national champs are as solid as ever, as was showcased in their dominant victory over a very good USC team. Jalen Hurts, in his first college game, totaled four touchdowns while the Crimson Tide’s defense also chipped in with a big performance, holding USC to a measly 194 yards of total offense. There could be a chance for a letdown performance after the big USC win, but with Hurts looking to cement his place as Bama’s No. 1 QB and the Tide playing at home, I foresee nothing but another dominant win for Bama. By the way, Alabama has won 41-7 (in 2008) and 35-0 (in 2012) in its two all-time meetings against WKU.

Louisiana-Monroe at Oklahoma, Saturday, September 10, 7:00 PM ET

Week 2 NCAAF ATS Pick: Oklahoma (-44)

Blowout Alert! After suffering a 33-23 upset at the hands of Greg Ward and Houston, the margin of era is really small for Oklahoma, especially with a Week 3 game against Ohio State looming in the horizon. So, in short, expect Oklahoma—which is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games at home—to be fully motivated for a strong show in this game, building a big halftime lead in order to rest most of its starters for the Week 3 game.

Eastern Michigan at Missouri, Saturday, September 10, 7:30 PM ET

Week 2 NCAAF ATS Pick: Eastern Michigan (+25.5)

Don’t get me wrong, Missouri will win this game and probably do so by a double-digit margin. I just don’t see the win coming by 20-plus points. The Tigers have a pathetic offense that did not score a touchdown until 1:49 left in the Week 1 game against West Virginia, who had nine new starters in defense. Eastern Michigan, meanwhile, is coming off a 61-14 beatdown of Mississippi Valley State. Obviously, Mizzou’s solid defense will make life difficult for the visiting Eagles, but Eastern Michigan should still get a decent number of points on the board and hang close enough to the overrated Tigers, who will most likely record just a handful scores here.

 

 

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Every team in college football wants to come out of the gate quickly with an impressive display that sets the tone for the remainder of the season. While some teams open up with a relatively easy game that is akin to a practice tilt, others go the more difficult route by taking on a good team in the opener.

Both situations are equally fraught with tension, although a big team failing to run up the score against a punching bag can put undue pressure on the shoulders of that team heading into Week 2 while losing to another top team is seen as almost forgivable. Let’s look ahead to some of the best NCAAF Betting match-ups for Week 1.

2019 College Football Week 1 Must Bet Games

Miami Hurricanes vs. Florida Gators

There is no need to wait until the 31st for all the fun to begin, as the schedule makers have delivered a doozie on the 24th, with the Miami Hurricanes and the Florida Gators going head to head in a neutral venue game to get the season rolling.

The Gators took a big step forward last season under new head coach Dan Mullen and are the team most likely to topple Georgia in the SEC East. The Miami Hurricanes will have a new head coach and a new system in place, but they will still have that same talented defense ready to wreak havoc on opposing offenses. A great start to the season here.

Auburn Tigers vs. Oregon Ducks

Week 1 of the season proper kicks off with absolute beauty, with this game set to be held in Arlington, Texas in the House That Jerry Built. The Tigers have made a habit of scheduling tough openers, just as they did last year when they took on and beat a non-conference opponent in the Washington Huskies.

The Ducks are one of the favorites to win the PAC-12, the conference that did not send a team to the playoffs last season. This might well be the best game on tap in the opening week of the season.

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Stanford Cardinal

The Wildcats won their division and made it to the Big Ten Championship Game last season before falling to the Ohio State Buckeyes. They will be looking for a repeat of that feat, and perhaps one step further than they went last year, but they will be doing it with a new QB under center, with Hunter Johnson transferring in from Clemson.

The Stanford Cardinal took a step back last season and will be looking to get some of their mojo back. If they can improve on their running game, they might just be able to do that and challenge in the PAC-12.

Boise State Broncos vs. Florida State Seminoles

Life has not been particularly good for the Florida State Seminoles over the past couple of season, but the hope is that the Willie Taggart era will kick into high gear this coming season.

The Seminoles have not given themselves a particularly easy start, with an always tough Boise State Broncos team heading south to face the Seminoles in a somewhat neutral site game in Jacksonville, Florida. The pressurehere is all on Florida State, who could quickly start to see their season unravel with a loss in Week 1.

 

 

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Before we know it, the first week of the 2019 College Football Season will be here. Check out 5 highlighted games that football handicappers most definitely should consider betting right now! And be sure to check out the rest of the College Football Week 1 odds for the other games!

Five 2019 College Football Week 1 Must Bet Games

Saturday, August 24

Miami FL vs Florida

2019 College Football Week 1 Odds: Florida -7 ½

The line on this matchup should only rise the closer we get to August 24. Florida has a shot to win the SEC East. The Gators will be better this season than they were last season. They went 10-3 last season, the first under head coach Dan Mullen. Mullen’s one of the top coaches in college football.

This will be the Hurricanes first season under head coach Manny Diaz. The Hurricanes defense should be decent. The offense might be a mess. Once Florida backers dump on the Gators, the line will skyrocket.

NCAAF Week 1 Pick: Florida -7 ½

Saturday, August 31

Boise State vs Florida State

2019 College Football Week 1 Odds: Florida State -4

Florida State had an awful 2018 College Football Season. The Seminoles went 5-7 in 2018. It’s hard to see FSU being much worse this season than they were last season. However, they’re not likely to be all that much better, either.

Boise State returns 8 starters on defense. If they can replace their starting running back and quarterback from last season, the Broncos should win at least 10 games again. There are no moneyline odds yet, or we’d definitely go that way. Back Boise State as soon as possible before they end up at -2 or worse.

College Football Week 1 Pick: Boise State +4

Oregon vs Auburn

2019 College Football Week 1 Odds: Auburn -2 ½

Oregon might be over-hyped heading into the 2019 College Football Season, but if any of the hype is real they should beat the Auburn Tigers. Auburn must find a quarterback while the offensive line, although experienced, lacked real consistency in 2018.

More importantly, Oregon’s offense is a light up the scoreboard beast. Already, NFL scouts are drooling over QB Justin Herbert. Not only that, the Ducks’ offensive line is stacked enough to play with Auburn’s top in the nation defensive line.

Oregon isn’t a lock by any means, but they’re getting points right now. Back the Ducks before the line goes to even.

College Football Week 1 Pick: Oregon +2 ½

Fresno State vs USC

2019 College Football Week 1 Odds: USC -13 ½

The USC Trojans allowed 27 sacks in 2018. The O-line ranked twenty-seventh in rushing offense. Although Fresno State must replace 13 starters from last season, coach Jeff Tedford has a 22-4 record in two seasons as the Bulldogs coach. It feels like USC is being way overvalued here.

College Football Week 1 Pick: Fresno State +13 ½

Houston vs Oklahoma

2019 College Football Week 1 Odds: Oklahoma -26 ½

Houston hired Dan Holgorsen to a massive contract. Holgorsen comes over from West Virginia where his teams lit up opposing scoreboards. Although on paper it looks as if the Cougars have a shot to keep this close versus Oklahoma, the truth is that the Sooners defense will be much improved with Alex Grinch calling the shots.

Oklahoma’s offense will be as good this season as last season with Jalen Hurts at quarterback. The spread should only rise once college football handicappers dig into the specifics.

College Football Week 1 Pick: Oklahoma -26 ½

 

 

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While not everyone was on board when the college football playoff system was put in place, it’s hard to argue that it has not been good for the game. Besides delivering some amazing games over the years, it has also forced the better teams to rethink their schedules. There is a committee to impress now, and that means going against bigger and better teams in the early part of the season. The days of the top programs playing powder puff teams in the opening weeks of the season are now a thing of the past, as they all understand that strength of schedule plays a big role in who gets in and who misses out. Let’s take a look at some of the best College Football betting match-ups for NCAA Football Week 1.

NCAA Football Week 1 Must Bet Games

Michigan Wolverines vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish

While Jim Harbaugh has certainly helped put the Michigan Wolverines back on the map again, there is a growing feeling that the turnaround has fallen short of expectations. Last season was not particularly great, although, in fairness to Harbaugh, he had a very young team.

A year of experience will make this group better, as will picking up QB Shea Patterson as a transfer from Ole Miss. Michigan will be well tested in the opening week, as they will head on the road to face Notre Dame, a team that was in the playoff hunt in 2017 till the very late stages of the season.

Auburn Tigers vs Washington Huskies

Fans of old-school defensive football are likely to get a kick out of this one, as it features a pair of teams with defenses that like to hit hard. The Auburn Tigers missed out on the playoffs last year when they lost to Georgia in the SEC Championship Game, but they will like their chances of getting back there and going one better.

The Washington Huskies are not going to be an easy team to break down, though, and it is expected that they will be the class of the PAC-12, as well as a potential postseason candidate in 2018.

LSU Tigers vs Miami Hurricanes

The SEC West is going to be an epic battle this season. The expectation is that Alabama and Auburn will be going head to head for the crown, but it is probably not a good idea to sleep on an LSU team that is always incredibly tough to break down.

The Miami Hurricanes surprised a lot of people by winning their opening 10 games last year before falling apart at the end of the season. Mark Richt is ahead of schedule in the rebuild of this program, and there is certainly reason to believe that this group can progress a little further this year.

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Louisville Cardinals

While certainly not the biggest match-up in Week 1 of the college football season, it is always fun to see what the defending champions do in the opening week. The biggest question mark with this Alabama team is who will be under center.

Tua Tagovailoa probably did enough to earn the starting job after putting in a stellar second-half performance in the National Championship game last year, but you can bet that he will be on a short leash with Jalen Hurts waiting in the wings.

Other Interesting NCAA Football Week 1 Games

 

 

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The wait for college football season to begin is finally over, with a full slate of games scheduled to begin this coming Thursday, September 1st. The beauty of the new college football playoff set-up is that we get some great games in Week 1 of the season. Teams know that they have to impress from the get go, and many of them have decided to start with a tough game in order to immediately start impressing the Playoff Committee. It is those bigger games that I am going to focus on in my Week 1 predictions, although you will be able to find all the online college football odds for every game of the season at MyBookie.ag.

Analyzing The Winning Favorites For College Football Week 1

Oklahoma Sooners Vs Houston Cougars

There are a lot of people who are very high on the Sooners this season, and for very good reason. This is a team that is returning a lot of starters on both sides of the ball, and they look set to make a real run at the playoffs. They have a very tough opening game against the Cougars, who put together a very nice season last year. While this is billed as a neutral site game, it is being played in Texas, which essentially makes it a home game for Houston Cougars. I think the Sooners win, but I like the Cougars to cover +10.

LSU Tigers Vs Wisconsin Badgers

The LSU Tigers are another team who have a legitimate shot at a playoff spot, although they are going to have to go through the national champions in order to get there. That meeting with Alabama comes later in the year, but Week 1 is all about taking care of the Wisconsin Badgers in what should be a very stern test at Lambeau Field. I like the Tigers to win this one, but not sold on the 10-point spread.

Georgia Bulldogs Vs North Carolina Tar Heels

It’s the start of a new era for the Georgia Bulldogs, with Kirby Smart now taking hold of the coaching reins in place of Mark Richt. The Bulldogs will open up the season at the Georgia Dome with what should be a very tough game. No word yet on who will start, but the smart money would appear to be on 5-star QB recruit Jacob Eason. With him under center, and a healthy Nick Chubb at running back, you have to believe that the Kirby Smart era gets off to a winning start.

USC Trojans Vs Alabama Crimson Tide

The defending National Champions head out for a neutral site game versus the USC Trojans, and they do so with some questions still waiting to be answered at the QB position. That always seems to be the case with the Crimson Tide, though, and you have to remember that this is a team blessed with depth at every single position. They should get their defense off to a winning start, and don’t be surprised if they do so in very comfortable fashion.

 

 

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Bowl season is almost upon us, but before we head into the holiday season and the bowl games that come with it, there is some business to attend to. Most notably, we have all the conference championship games coming this weekend, with a couple of those games sure to play a part in deciding which teams make it into the playoffs. There are some 1-loss teams lurking, just waiting for a slip up that might open the postseason door. We will have a better idea of how things look on Tuesday night when the Playoff Committee reveals their next rankings, but if it’s the same as the AP Poll, all 4 teams currently in will keep their spot with a win. For now, let’s make some Straight-Up College Football Betting picks for this weekend, which we might well roll into a parlay.

Week 14 SU Picks | 2022 College Football Betting Predictions

Ohio Bobcats over Toledo Rockets

We get the ball rolling with the MAC Conference Championship Game and a matchup that the bookies think will be a close on. Right now, it is Toledo who are in as a modest 2 ½ point favorite this coming Saturday afternoon despite having 2 fewer wins than their opponent. While not quite a pick play, it is close enough that I think ATS records should be a factor here. If that is indeed the case, them we are looking at Toledo team that has failed to cover in each of its last 5 games. Furthermore, Ohio is on a run that has seen them cover the spread in their last 8 games. They are also 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games played in the month of December, so a lot to like about the Rockets, who I think win as a slight underdog.

Tulane Green Wave over UCF Knights

We saw some real drama on the final day of the regular season, with Tulane beating Cincinnati and opening the door for UCF to take the second spot in the AAC Conference Championship Game. We can only hope that this game is as entertaining as their last meeting, which came just a couple of weeks ago, withUCF going on the road and getting the 38-31 win. With that result, you might think that the Knights are a great pick here, but we all know how difficult it is to beat the same team twice in a season, especially when the games are this close together. I think this is going to be another fun one, but I think Tulane flips the script and gets the win.

Michigan Wolverines over Purdue Boilermakers

I understand that there is no real value in this game and that the Wolverines are massive favorites, but since I am putting together a parlay ticket for Saturday, I wanted one that I could feel pretty good about if the other 2 legs came in earlier in the day. That said, as good as this Michigan team is, there is the possibility of a bit of a letdown after their huge win on the road at Ohio State this past weekend. I would be stunned if they did not get the win here, as clinching the Big Ten Championship means a berth in the playoffs for the second straight season.

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It’s the final week of the regular season in college football and there is still an awful lot to play for. The top 4, as it looks now, will definitely not be the same when the Playoff Committee releases their next rankings, as we have the #2 and #3 teams set to square off this weekend, with Ohio State and Michigan set to renew hostilities. The winner of that one will be off to the Big Ten Championship Game and will also likely secure a playoff spot. Elsewhere, it’s rivalry week in college football, so there are some big games on the schedule, making deciding which ones to watch a little more difficult than in other weeks. We certainly have some College Football Betting picks that we like in Week 13, so let’s get to it.

NCAAF Weekend games: Betting Opportunities Worth Taking in Week 13

South Carolina Gamecocks (+14 ½) at Clemson Tigers

We have a ton of huge games coming this weekend, and while this might not be considered one of them, it’s one that is still very important. The Clemson Tigers are 10-1 on the season and on the outside looking in at the playoffs, but they are absolutely not out of the top 4 conversation. They have a tricky home game against South Carolina this weekend, with the Gamecocks coming off a stunning 63-38 win over Tennessee, a victory that killed any hope of the Volunteers making the postseason. Clemson has covered in 4 of their last 5 meetings with South Carolina, but I think they come up a little short here.

Pittsburgh Panthers (-6 ½) at Miami Hurricanes

While their dreams of making the ACC Championship Game are now gone, the Pittsburgh Panthers have not let that little detail get them down. They are finishing the season on a high note and come into this one on a 3-game win streak. The Hurricanes are 5-6 on the season and need this game in order to become bowl eligible, but the reality is that they are a deserving underdog against Pitt. The Panthers have been money on the road, covering the spread in 8 of their last 10 games away from home. Combine that with the fact that Miami is 0-5 ATS in their last 5 home games and you have a very easy pick.

Auburn Tigers at Alabama Crimson Tide – OVER 48 ½

There will be no Conference Championship Game or playoff spot for either of these teams, but good luck trying to tell everyone involved that this game doesn’t matter. There is a genuine dislike between these programs, which makes the Iron Bowl one to watch every single year, no matter where each team is in the standings. Alabama has been trending toward the UNDER this season, but I have a feeling that we are going to see some back and forth scoring in this one. The OVER has hit in 5 of the last 6 for Auburn, with 4 of their last 5 in conference games also going OVER. I think this number is low enough that these two can quite handily go OVER the total.

UCF Knights at USF Bulls – UNDER 69

This is a game that should end with a comfortable win for the UCF Knights against a USF team that has just 1 win on the season. I think the point total here depends on how much fight USF has in them and how much UCF wants to run up the score. In my opinion, though, all signs seem to point to the UNDER in what is a very big number in the total. The Knights have seen 7 of their last 10 games overall fall UNDER the point total. Perhaps more importantly, though, 6 of the last 9 meetings between these two teams have gone UNDER, so it makes sense to stick with that trend.

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We’ve got another weekend full of great sports action. Bettors will have all sorts of college and professional football to wager on. We’ve found a few games that should give you the opportunity to earn some money. Let’s take a look at a few games to bet on this weekend so you can get ready to place your bets against the NCAA Football Odds.

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Cincinnati Bearcats @ UCF Knights (+1)

Both teams are having a great season, as the Bearcats are 6-1 and the Knights are 5-2. Cincinnati held off a good SMU team last weekend, while UCF defeated ECU on the road. This is the same Cincinnati team that made the College Football Playoffs last season. Luke Fickell has continued to build this program.

The matchup to watch in this one will be the Cincinnati run defense against the rushing attack of Central Florida. Cincy lost a lot of their run-stoppers last season, and they also get after the quarterback. The best way to counter a good pass rush is to go at them and run the football. We think that Central Florida will do that, and do it well.

We like Central Florida in this one. Cincinnati is going to have a hard time beating Central Florida at home. The Knights win this one outright.

Missouri Tigers @ South Carolina Gamecocks (-5.5)

After a 1-2 start, and getting blown out by Arkansas and Georgia, Gamecock fans were worried about their team. The Gamecocks are now 5-2, and are playing well. They’ll welcome the Missouri Tigers to town this weekend for an SEC battle.

It hasn’t been a very good season for the Tigers. They’re 3-4, and their lone SEC victory was a 17-14 home victory over the lowly Vanderbilt Commodores. Missouri hasn’t been good on the road, as they’re 0-4 away from Columbia.

The Gamecocks are coming off of a big 30-24 victory over Texas A&M last week. The South Carolina offense has been averaging 33 points per game. The offense has been fairly balanced, but they have had better success on the ground than through the air.

We just can’t see Missouri keeping up with South Carolina. The Gamecocks are playing too well, the Tigers are awful on the road, and if you only beat Vanderbilt by three, you can’t be very good. Missouri wins this one by at least 14.

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Chicago Bears @ Dallas Cowboys (-9.5)

Coming off of a huge win over the New England Patriots on Monday night, the Chicago Bears are heading into Dallas with some momentum. Dallas is coming off of a win against the Detroit Lions and the return of Dak Prescott.

Chicago finally started utilizing the running ability of Justin Fields on Monday night. Dallas has one of the best defenses in the league and will key in on slowing Fields down. Chicago’s passing attack has been bad, and their offensive line has had some issues this season.

Dallas needs to get the ball downfield more, and utilize their pass catchers. Chicago’s secondary is good, but their receivers should have time to get open, as Chicago’s pass rush has been average at best.

While Dallas is favored by a lot of points, we also expect a letdown from the Bears this week. Dallas wins the game 28-17, covering the spread.

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As we head into the homestretch portion of the college football regular season, the pressure is very much on for the teams still in the hunt for one of the four coveted postseason spots. | MyBookie Sportsbook Regular Season Football Betting Preview | Tuesday, November 7 to Saturday, November 11, 2023

At the top of the rankings, we have 5 teams still sitting with perfect records, although we do know for a fact that one of them is going to lose that over the next few weeks, with Michigan and Ohio State set to meet in the final week of the season. What that means is that the door is open for one of the teams sitting at one loss. In short, there is still a lot that can change over the next 3 weeks, but all we can do for now is look ahead to the games coming in Week 11. There are some huge ones here, so let’s take a look at 5 of the best games in college football Week 11 to consider in your NCAAF betting.

#2 Michigan Wolverines at #9 Penn State Nittany Lions

While everyone is looking at the matchup between Michigan and Ohio State as being the one to settle the East Division, we may well be looking a little too far ahead. The Wolverines will get a seriously tough test this weekend when they hit the road to face Penn State. The Nittany Lions have just one loss on the season and have to be considered to still be in the playoff mix. They are ranked #11 at the moment, but a win here would probably move them up a good deal higher and make things very interesting indeed.

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#13 Utah Utes at #5 Washington Huskies

After a great start to the season, things have come undone for the Utes, who now have a pair of conference losses to their name. Still, they can very much play the role of spoiler, with Washington looking to remain unbeaten and in the hunt for a playoff spot. A win here would clinch a spot in the PAC-12 Conference Championship Game and put the Huskies on the fast track for a playoff spot, but this is not going to be an easy one for them.

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#10 Ole Miss Rebels at #1 Georgia Bulldogs

There are some people out there who believe that this Bulldogs team is not as strong as they have been over the last couple of seasons, but you cannot argue with the results that they are delivering. A trip to the SEC Conference Championship Game is basically secured at this point, but a playoff spot is not. The Bulldogs still have a couple of tough conference tests to come, starting this weekend with a home game against Ole Miss.

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#14 Tennessee Volunteers at #16 Missouri Tigers

Mathematically speaking, the Tennessee Volunteers still have a shot at winning the East, but a lot needs to happen for them to actually take top spot, which includes winning here and hoping that Ole Miss beats the Dawgs. That would set up a winner take all game against Georgia next weekend, but you do have to say that all of that happening seems unlikely. Missouri played the champs tough in a loss this past weekend, and it would not be a surprise to see them win here.

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USC Trojans at #6 Oregon Ducks

The season has come totally undone for the USC Trojans, who fired their DC after another loss this past weekend. They can save some face with a win on this one, but that is not going to be an easy task. The Oregon Ducks are in with a pack of 1-loss teams who still have designs on the playoffs, so they will be going all out to take advantage of a wilting Trojans D to help keep those postseason hopes alive.

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We are coming off another massive weekend in college football, with one of the potential playoff candidates potentially getting taken out. | MyBookie Sportsbook Regular Season Football Betting Preview: Tuesday, October 31 to Saturday, November 4, 2023

That would be Oklahoma, who lost to Kansas in a stunning upset. We will see what impact that has on things when the Playoff Committee delivers their first rankings of the season on Tuesday night. I think the top 4 seems to be pretty clear at this point of the proceedings, but you never really know what the committee is going to do. While we wait to see what the official rankings look like, we are taking a look at Week 10 and the big games coming this weekend.

#25 Kansas State Wildcats at #7 Texas Longhorns

Saturday, November 4 at 12:00 PM EST
DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | FOX

After a win that took them to 6-2 on the season, the Wildcats moved into the top 25 in the AP Poll. Staying there might prove to be a problem, as they hit the road to face the 7-1 Texas Longhorns this weekend. The Longhorns will be more delighted than anyone to have seen Oklahoma this past weekend, but they still need to take care of their own business to stay in the playoff picture. This game is massive in the battle for the Big 12.

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Army Black Knights at #17 Air Force Falcons

Saturday, November 4 at 2:30 PM EST
Empower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO | CBSSN

While we are all paying attention to the 5 unbeaten teams at the top of the AP Poll, we also have to say that it is impressive that Air Force is coming into this weekend with a perfect 8-0 record, although they are down in 17th right now. They probably have no clear path to the playoffs, but you can bet that they would love a perfect season. They will try to maintain that run with a win over Army this weekend.

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#14 Missouri Tigers at #1 Georgia Bulldogs

Saturday, November 4 at 3:30 PM EST
Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA | CBS

The SEC East essentially comes down to this one game. Missouri has already lost in conference play, while the Bulldogs remain unbeaten, but a win for the Tigers here would give them the tiebreaker over the 2-time defending National Champions. If the Bulldogs win this one, they will be just about impossible to catch in the race to win the SEC East and head to the SEC Conference Championship Game.

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#5 Washington Huskies at #24 USC Trojans

Saturday, November 4 at 7:30 PM EST
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | ABC

Given the current state of the PAC-12, this is potentially a preview of their Conference Championship Game. That is, though, assuming that USC can break out of a poor run of form and get the win here. For the Huskies, it’s all about maintaining their unbeaten record and staying in the playoff hunt. All of that makes this potentially the biggest game on the Week 10 schedule.

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#13 LSU Tigers at #8 Alabama Crimson Tide

Saturday, November 4 at 7:45 PM EST
Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | CBS

By the time this weekend comes to a close, we will have a much clearer idea of what the SEC Conference Championship Game might look like. We have already discussed the East Division, but now we look at the West, with the winner of this game getting a serious leg-up in the battle for division supremacy. LSU has 1-loss and cannot afford another, while Alabama is 5-0 in conference games. It’s all to play for here.

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With each passing week of the college football season, the playoff picture starts to become a little clearer. It seems as though we are now seeing a potential playoff team stumble and fall every single weekend, which makes you wonder who might be next. | MyBookie Sportsbook Regular Season Football Betting Preview: Tuesday, October 24 to Saturday, October 28, 2023

The top 6 teams in the rankings all remain unbeaten, but each of them have some seriously tough tests still to come, which could well mean that the door is still slightly open for those teams who are sitting on 1 loss, especially those whose lone defeat came at the hands of a highly ranked team. Only time will tell how things will ultimately play put, so we are going to focus on one week at a time, starting with 5 games we love in Week 9 to consider in your NCAAF betting.

#1 Georgia Bulldogs Vs Florida Gators

Saturday, October 28 at 3:30 PM EST
EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, FL | CBS

With Tennessee losing to Alabama this past weekend, the SEC East now very much looks as though it is in the total control of the Georgia Bulldogs. They can essentially clinch it with a win over Missouri in a couple of weeks, but they have to go to Jacksonville first for their annual matchup with the Florida Gators. On paper, this looks to be a bit of a mismatch, but the intense rivalry between these teams means that we often get a game that is a whole lot closer than expected.

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#6 Oklahoma Sooners at Kansas Jayhawks

Saturday, October 28 at 12:00 PM EST
David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, Lawrence, KS | FOX

Despite having some very big wins to their name this season, most notably against Texas, the Sooners still find themselves down in the #6 spot at the moment. That means that they may need the teams above them to start losing, unless of course the Playoff Committee views things a little differently than the AP. They will hit the road this weekend for what is a very tricky looking game against Kansas. The Wildcats may be just 2-2 in conference play, but they are a tough out in their own building.

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#8 Oregon Ducks at #13 Utah Utes

Saturday, October 28 at 3:30 PM EST
Rice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City, UT | FOX

Both of these teams come into Week 9 having lost a game already, which means that this is almost certainly a playoff elimination game. It is going to be difficult for either team to make it into the playoffs having already lost a game, but winning against another ranked opponent might help their cause if we end up with a lot of 1-loss teams at the end of the season. There is also the business of making the Pac-12 Conference Championship game, which both of these teams can still reach.

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#20 Duke Blue Devils at #18 Louisville Cardinals

Saturday, October 28 at 3:30 PM EST
Cardinal Stadium, Louisville, KY | ESPN

Florida State looks to be a lock to make the ACC Conference Championship Game this season, but who will they face. Duke lost to the Seminoles over the weekend, folding late in a game they stayed close in through three quarters. They now have 2 conference losses, whereas the Cardinals have lost just 1. If Louisville can get the win here, they are in prime position to be in the championship game.

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#3 Ohio State Buckeyes at Wisconsin Badgers

Saturday, October 28 at 3:30 PM EST
Camp Randall Stadium, Madison, WI | NBC

Could we potentially be looking at a Big Ten Conference Championship Game preview with this one? As it stands at the moment, the Buckeyes are in a tie for the lead in the East Division, while Wisconsin has the lead in the West. This is still a game that you would certainly expect Ohio State to win, but a road trip to face a conference foe is never an easy one. The other teams in the West will be pulling for the Buckeyes to get that win.

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College Football: Top 5 Games you must Bet on Week 8. In terms of teams looking to make it to the playoffs this season, Week 7 proved to be something of a bloodbath, with USC and Oregon among the teams who saw their chances go up in smoke this past weekend. | MyBookie Sportsbook | Regular Season Football Betting Preview | Regular Season: August 26 to December 9: Tuesday, October 17 to Saturday, October 21, 2023

For the teams that won and improved their chances of making the final four, there is no time to get too excited about a big win, as Week 8 is now upon us, which means some more massive challenges ahead. For some of the big guns, their toughest games are still to come, with some of those huge matchups set to go this weekend. There are a lot of games that catch the eye in Week 8, but let’s settle on 5 that we really like the look of.

#7 Penn State Nittany Lions at #3 Ohio State Buckeyes

Saturday, October 21 at 12:00 PM EST
Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH | FOX

The Big Ten East schedule is a gauntlet that only the best will survive. There are 3 teams in there with perfect records at the moment, but that will end this week when Penn State and Ohio State meet up. Both teams are a perfect 3-0 in conference play, and the winner of this one will take one step closer to the Conference Championship Game and a potential playoff spot. It may not mean the end of the road for the loser, but that path to those loftier goals would get a good deal tougher.

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#17 Tennessee Volunteers at #11 Alabama Crimson Tide

Saturday, October 21 at 3:30 PM EST
Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | CBS

They may not look like the Crimson Tide teams we have seen in the Saban era, but Alabama is still sitting atop the West Division. Tennessee is still in the hunt for the East Division, but a loss here might end any chance of them surpassing Georgia to go to the Conference Championship Game. Both of these teams have already taken a loss this season, so another one here will more than likely close their road to the playoffs.

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#2 Michigan Wolverines at Michigan State Spartans

Saturday, October 21 at 7:30 PM EST
Spartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI | NBC

The Wolverines look like one of the best teams in the country right now, with an argument being made that they should actually be the #1, but that will all take care of itself once the Playoff Committee starts voting on the rankings. This is certainly a game that you would expect the Wolverines to win without too much trouble, but these rivalry games always have the potential to deliver the unexpected.

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#16 Duke Blue Devils at #4 Florida State Seminoles

Saturday, October 21 at 7:30 PM EST
Doak Campbell Stadium, Tallahassee, FL | ABC

It has been a good year for the Blue Devils, whose lone loss on the season came in a close one against Notre Dame. The Seminoles are still unbeaten and sitting in the top 4, so their goal at this point is to maintain that and stay in the good graces of the Playoff Committee. It certainly helps that the Seminoles have home field advantage in this one, but this game is by no means a slam dunk.

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#14 Utah Utes at #18 USC Trojans

Saturday, October 21 at 8 PM EST
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA | FOX

Had it not been for the loss that USC took over the weekend, this would have been a bigger matchup, but make no mistake about it, this is still a game that we will be watching and wagering on. It’s the same story for the Utes, who saw their playoff hopes take a hit with a loss to the Oregon State Beavers a couple of weeks back. These two are still ranked, and a win here could get them back into the playoff conversation.

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College Football: Top 5 Games you must Bet on in Week 7. We have games to consider, so let’s take a look at what we believe to be the top 5 games you must bet in college football Week 7. | MyBookie Sportsbook | Regular Season Football Betting Preview | Regular Season: August 26 to December 9 | Week 7: Thursday, October 10 to Saturday, October 14, 2023

It has been a fantastic college football season through the opening 6 weeks, with the top teams in the country falling at a rather alarming rate. Through it all, a few teams have emerged as potential National Championship candidates. That said, as we head into the meat of the conference schedule, we are going to see some of those unbeaten teams come undone along the way. One of the biggest games of the week comes in the PAC 12, where a pair of unbeatens square off in a matchup that could essentially be a playoff elimination game. We will get to that in a moment…

#8 Oregon Ducks at #7 Washington Huskies

Saturday, October 14 at 3:30 PM EST
Husky Stadium, Seattle, WA | ABC

The PAC 12 has not been a playoff contender for a few years now, so it’s almost ironic that the conference should be so strong in what is almost certainly its final season. Oregon and Washington come into Week 7 with perfect records, which one of them is going to have to give up. Given the current state of affairs, the losing team is also probably going to need to give up their dream of a National Championship this season. No doubt about it, this is the biggest game on the Week 7 schedule.

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Texas A&M Aggies at #19 Tennessee Volunteers

Saturday, October 14 at 3:30 PM EST
Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN | CBS

Tennessee is coming off a bye week and heading into a game that is nothing short of a must win. They already have one conference loss this season, and you have to think that another would be the end of their chances of toppling Georgia in the SEC East. This is definitely a tricky one, as the Aggies are tough to knock off, as witnessed in a close loss to Alabama this past weekend. For the Aggies, it’s all about being the spoiler now, but can they do it in hostile territory in Week 7?

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#10 USC Trojans at #21 Notre Dame Fightin Irish

Saturday, October 14 at 7:30 PM EST
Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, IN | CBS/Peacock

Another huge game, and one that could really help USC with their shot at making the playoffs this season. The Trojans are a perfect 6-0 heading into the weekend and are currently in the top 10, but they need a signature win to make their resume look a little more appealing to the Playoff Committee. This is their first chance to do just that against a 2-loss Irish team. Don’t let that record fool you, though, as Notre Dame is always tough at home.

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#25 Miami Hurricanes at #12 UNC Tar Heels

Saturday, October 14 at 7:30 PM EST
Kenan Stadium, Chapel Hill, NC | ABC

The ACC crown is very much up for grabs this season, with UNC in the driver’s seat at the moment with an unbeaten record. Miami lost their lone conference game this season, but they are not going to be an easy out for UNC. Conference games always tend to be a bit of a crap shoot, so this has to go down as a definite trap game for the unbeaten Tar Heels.

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#18 UCLA Bruins at #15 Oregon State Beavers

Saturday, October 14 at 8:00 PM EST
Reser Stadium, Corvallis, OR | FOX

Probably the least glamorous of the 5 games that we are highlighting here, but you have to count a game between a pair of ranked teams as one to watch and wager on. Both of these teams have taken a loss on conference play, but they are still both in the conversation at the moment, although that will end for the loser of this one. A must win game for both teams if they are to stay in the PAC 12 hunt.

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College Football: Top 5 Games you must Bet on in Week 6. With 5 weeks of the college football season now in the books, we have a definite idea of who is likely to be in the hunt for the playoffs. That said, we are seeing surprises hit on a very regular basis, so no team should be getting too comfortable. | MyBookie Sportsbook | Regular Season Football Betting Preview | Regular Season: August 26 to December 9 | Week 6: Thursday, October 4 to Saturday, October 7, 2023

We also have some matchups between unbeaten teams this weekend, so we could also be seeing some playoffs dreams essentially coming to an end. We also have to wonder if the 2-time defending National Champions are going to make it through another week, as the Georgia Bulldogs have looked sloppier than usual at times. There are a lot of great matchups in Week 6, but let’s break it down to 5 that we really like.

#12 Oklahoma Sooners at #3 Texas Longhorns

Saturday, October 7 at 12:00 PM EST
Cotton Bowl, Dallas, TX | ABC

The Red River Showdown is upon us, but this one is a little different in that it will be the last time these teams lock horns in the Big 12, as both will be in the SEC next season. Given how things are going this season, that is a minor detail, as both of these teams are 5-0 and looking forward to having a spot in the top 4. One of them is going to end Week 6 feeling very different about their chances of getting to the playoffs, making this a must win game. This, for me, is the biggest game on the Week 6 schedule.

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#13 Washington State Huskies at UCLA Bruins

Saturday, October 7 at 3:00 PM EST
Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA | PAC 12 Network

Everyone is talking about USC, Oregon, and Washington in the PAC 12, which probably suits Washington State just fine. The Huskies are coming off a bye week and have a 4-0 record, which includes a win in their lone conference game this season. The Bruins are 3-1, with their lone loss coming in PAC 12 play. This is a must win game for the Huskies if they are to keep pace with the 5-0 teams at the top of the conference.

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#11 Alabama Crimson Tide at Texas A&M Aggies

Saturday, October 7 at 3:00 PM EST
Kyle Field, College Station, TX | CBS

There is zero margin for error for Alabama at the moment after losing to Texas earlier in the season. They are still in a good spot in the conference, but in terms of the playoffs, they cannot afford another loss. Given how the rest of the SEC West Division looks, this game could go a long way toward deciding who represents the division in the Conference Championship Game, so a lot at stake here.

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#20 Kentucky Wildcats at #1 Georgia Bulldogs

Saturday, October 7 at 7:00 PM EST
Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA | ESPN

As mentioned earlier, the Bulldogs have not looked to be at their best this season, but they are still finding a way to get the job done, which includes a gritty win on the road at Auburn this past weekend. They will be back home in Week 6 but will be up against a team that is going to be challenging for top spot in the East, assuming the Wildcats can continue playing as well as they have to this point.

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#10 Notre Dame Fighting Irish at #25 Louisville Cardinals

Saturday, October 7 at 7:30 PM EST
Cardinal Stadium, Louisville, KY | ABC

While Notre Dame has lost a game this season, it came on the final play against Ohio State, so that is not a loss that will reflect too poorly on them. That said, there is no more room for error for this team, and you have to say that this is a tricky little road trip. Louisville is a perfect 5-0 on the season and lead the way in the ACC with a perfect 3-0 record there, so they are certainly no pushover.

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Regular Season: August 26 to December 9
Week 5: Thursday, September 28 to Saturday, September 30, 2023

Another week is in the books in college football in what is shaping up to be a truly exciting season. We saw something of a changing of the guard over the weekend, with Florida State taking out Clemson and taking control of the ACC, while Duke also continues to linger in that conference. Alabama and Ohio State both had to work very hard to get their wins and stay alive in the playoff race, while the 2-time defending champion Georgia Bulldogs picked up another win to stay unbeaten. There is a lot going on and some huge games coming in Week 5.

#10 Utah Utes at #19 Oregon State Beavers

College Football Odds: Utah +125 vs Oregon St. -154
Friday, September 29 at 9:00 PM EST
Reser Stadium, Corvallis, OR | FS1

This one would have been bigger if the Beavers were still unbeaten, but they took their first loss of the year in a thriller against Washington State this past weekend. Oregon State will host the 4-0 Utah Utes on Friday night in what is a must win for the Beavers if they are to have any shot at getting into the PAC 12 Championship Game. For the Utes, it’s all about continuing to pile up the wins and keeping pace with USC and Oregon at the top of the standings. In short, a massive game for both teams.

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#1 Georgia Bulldogs at Auburn Tigers

College Football Odds: Georgia -800 vs Auburn +510
Saturday, September 30 at 3:30 PM EST
Jordan-Hare Stadium, Auburn, AL | CBS

After an opening month of the season that saw the Bulldogs open the season with 4 straight games at home, they will hit the road for a conference matchup against the Auburn Tigers. Georgia remains unbeaten, but you have to say that they do not look as dominant as they have over the past couple of years, although in fairness, they do have some injury concerns right now. Auburn took their first loss of the season against Texas A&M and will be looking to bounce back quickly.

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#24 Kansas Jayhawks at #3 Texas Longhorns

College Football Odds: Kansas +550 vs Texas -900
Saturday, September 30 at 3:30 PM EST
DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin, TX | ABC

This is easily one of the biggest games of the week, with both of these teams sitting with perfect records. Both of them have played a lone game in the Big 12, so the winner of this one will get a leg up in the battle for a shot at the Conference Championship Game. Given what these teams have done through the opening 4 weeks of the season, we could well be looking at a shootout type of matchup here.

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#13 LSU Tigers at #20 Ole Miss Rebels

College Football Odds: LSU -151 vs Ole Miss +123
Saturday, September 30 at 6:00 PM EST
Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, Oxford, MS | ESPN

Given that both of these teams have lost this season, some of the shine has come off this matchup, but you do have to say that both are still in the conversation for the SEC West. After losing to Alabama this past weekend, the Rebels could see their conference championship dreams come to an end with a loss here. LSU lost in Week 1 to Florida State, so they are still very much in good shape in the SEC. A huge one for both teams.

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#11 Notre Dame Fighting Irish at #17 Duke Blue Devils

College Football Odds: Notre Dame -234 vs Duke +186
Saturday, September 30 at 7:30 PM EST
Wallace Wade Stadium, Durham, NC | ABC

How does a team recover after losing a huge game on the final play? We are going to find out this weekend, with Notre Dame looking to bounce back from a heartbreaking loss to Ohio State in Week 4. Things do not get any easier for them, though, as they have to hit the road to face a Duke team that is a perfect 4-0 and who have already taken a huge scalp with their Week 1 win over Clemson. Another great looking matchup here.

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The first three weeks of the college football season have been, to put things mildly, more than a little wild. It’s getting to the point where you have to wonder if any of the preseason National Championship favorites are going to make it all the way to the end totally unscathed. The Tennessee Volunteers were the latest to fall, going down to Florida in a game that they started as a heavy favorite. This weekend could prove to be wilder still, as there are some really big matchups coming our way. Who will live to fight another day and who will fall by the wayside and into a hole that is going to be tough to dig out of? Let’s take a look at 5 must bet games coming this weekend to consider in your NCAAF betting.

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Regular Season: August 26 to December 9
Week 4: Thursday, September 21 to Saturday, September 23, 2023

#4 Florida State Seminoles at Clemson Tigers

College Football Odds: Florida State -125 vs Clemson +103
Saturday, September 23 at 12:00 PM EST
Memorial Stadium (Clemson, SC), Clemson, SC | ABC

The Seminoles avoided a major scare this past weekend, getting past Boston College in a game that was a whole lot closer than anyone expected. This weekend is a much tougher proposition, as they head to Clemson to face a Tigers team that has bounced back after an opening week loss to Duke. There is an awful lot of football to come, but a win here for the Seminoles would put them in prime position to head to the ACC Championship Game, while making it impossible for Clemson to even consider the playoffs.

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#19 Colorado Buffaloes at #10 Oregon Ducks

College Football Odds: Colorado +750 vs Oregon -1200
Saturday, September 23 at 3:30 PM EST
Autzen Stadium, Eugene, OR | ABC

After just 1 win last season, the only way for the Buffaloes to go was up, but they are moving up in some serious style. They hit the road to face the Oregon Ducks for what is arguably their biggest game of the season to this point. The Ducks offense is on a roll to start the season, as they too come into this one with a 3-0 record. This will serve as a good measuring stick for Coach Prime to gauge where his team really is in the big picture.

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#15 Ole Miss Rebels at #13 Alabama Crimson Tide

College Football Odds: Ole Miss +220 vs Alabama -280
Saturday, September 23 at 3:30 PM EST
Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | CBS

This is essentially a do or die game for the Crimson Tide, who could potentially see their slim playoff chances come to an end this weekend. Alabama have not looked good this season and are coming off a very poor showing against USF this past weekend. Yes, they got the win, but they will not see the same outcome if they play that way against the Rebels this weekend. If the Rebels can get the win in this one, the SEC West will be blown wide open early on.

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Ohio State Buckeyes at Notre Dame Fighting Irish

College Football Odds: Ohio St. -185 vs Notre Dame +150
Saturday, September 23 at 7:30 PM EST
Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, IN | NBC

By the time this weekend comes to a close, one of these teams will see their perfect record disappear in what is an absolutely huge game. A loss here would not necessarily mean the end of playoff dreams for either team, but it would make the remainder of their season that much more difficult. This is going to be a tough road trip for the Buckeyes, but it’s the kind of game that will go a long way with the Playoff Committee if they can come away with the win.

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#24 Iowa Hawkeyes at #7 Penn State Nittany Lions

College Football Odds: Iowa +550 vs Penn State -847
Saturday, September 23 at 7:30 PM EST
Beaver Stadium, University Park, PA | CBS

A massive Big Ten matchup between a pair of ranked teams heading into Week 4 with unbeaten records. This will be the first conference game for both teams, who will be looking to keep pace with those that have already played and won in the Big Ten this season. You have to like Penn State playing in their own building, but when it comes to big matchups like this, you can never really be sure how it might go.

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Yes, we are just 2 weeks into the college football season, but in my humble opinion, it is obvious that we don’t really have a clear favorite emerging just yet. The Georgia Bulldogs are still unbeaten, and while they have not been seriously challenged, they have also looked a little sluggish. Clemson and Alabama have both lost already, so the traditional postseason powerhouses are in trouble. Looking ahead to Week 3, there are not a lot of what we would describe as huge games on the docket, but there are some very interesting matchups, so let’s look at 5 games that are catching our eye to consider in your college football betting odds.

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Regular Season: August 26 to December 9
Week 3: Thursday, September 14 to Saturday, September 16, 2023

Florida State Seminoles at Boston College Eagles

College Football Odds: Florida State -4000 vs Boston College Eagles +1250
Saturday, September 16 at 12:00 PM EST
Alumni Stadium (Chestnut Hill, MA), Chestnut Hill, MA | ABC

The Seminoles were one of the teams that people saw as a legitimate playoff threat heading into the season. With a big win over LSU in Week 1, they definitely cemented that feeling. Last week was another blowout win, although that one was expected, but they get another serious challenge this weekend with a less than easy trip to play Boston College in a conference matchup. These are the types of games that can trip up teams with playoff aspirations, so it is one we will be keeping an eye on.

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LSU Tigers at Mississippi State Bulldogs

College Football Odds: LSU Tigers -390 vs Mississippi State Bulldogs +295
Saturday, September 16 at 12:00 PM EST
Davis Wade Stadium, Starkville, MS | ESPN

There was a lot of hype surrounding the LSU Tigers heading into this season, but a blowout loss to Florida State in Week 1 has a lot of fans pumping the brakes. Yes, they can still land a playoff spot, but you get the feeling they will need to be perfect the rest of the way. No easy feat when they still have to navigate their SEC conference schedule. That starts this weekend with a road trip to face Mississippi State, who are out to a 2-0 start to the season.

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South Carolina Gamecocks at Georgia Bulldogs

College Football Odds: South Carolina Gamecocks +1450 vs Georgia Bulldogs -7692
Saturday, September 16 at 3:30 PM EST
Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA | CBS

As we mentioned at the top of this piece, the 2-time defending champion Georgia Bulldogs are 2-0 on the season, but they have looked a little listless at times. Given that they have a new offensive coordinator and QB, as well as some key players missing through injury, that start can be somewhat dismissed. They will get their first real test this weekend when the Gamecocks head into Athens, and while this is a game that the Dawgs should win, they will need to be sharper than they have been through the opening 2 weeks.

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Tennessee Volunteers at Florida Gators

College Football Odds: Tennessee Volunteers TBA vs Florida Gators TBA
Saturday, September 16 at 7:00 PM EST
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville, FL | ESPN

I hate to keep loving on the SEC, but these are the games that I find to be the most interesting this week. The Tennessee Volunteers are a legitimate threat to the Bulldogs in the SEC East, but if they really want to live up to that hype, then these are the kinds of games they need to go out and dominate in. Yes, the Gators are in a down period at the moment, but it is never easy to go into their building and get a win, especially when it’s a conference foe coming to town.

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Colorado State Rams at Colorado Buffaloes

College Football Odds: Colorado State Rams +800 vs Colorado Buffaloes -1587
Saturday, September 16 at 10:00 PM EST
Folsom Field, Boulder, CO | ESPN

I will be the first to admit that I got it all wrong with the Buffaloes. While I certainly believed that Deion Sanders could do a job in Colorado, I certainly didn’t believe he would have his team humming in Year 1. The Buffaloes have already surpassed their win total for last season, which was not a massive task, but they have looked very good in doing so. The hype appears to be real, but it is only 2 weeks of the season in the books. This is a game you would expect them to win, but that is so very often when the wheels come off. All of that aside, the Buffaloes are must-see TV right now.

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The opening week of the college football season is in the books, and you can already tell that we are going to be in for a wild season. It’s only one game, but the Coach Prime show is in full effect, with Colorado going to Texas and taking out TCU in a 45-42 thriller. That was not the only surprise, but it was the result that resonated the loudest with college football fans. There really is no time to dwell on the events of the opening week, though, as it’s now time to start looking ahead to Week 2 of the college football season. You probably all have the games picked out that you want to wager on, but we still thought it would be fun to talk about 5 games we will almost certainly be looking at this week to consider in your college football betting odds, so let’s get to it.

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Regular Season: August 26 to December 9
Week 2: Thursday, September 7 to Saturday, September 9, 2023

Utah Utes at Baylor Bears

College Football Odds: Utah -274 vs Baylor +218
Saturday, September 9 at 12:00 PM EST
McLane Stadium, Waco, TX | ESPN

Utah got their season off to a solid start, beating Florida 24-11 in a game that was much more comfortable than the score suggests. This week they will be heading to Baylor to face a Bears team that is already on the ropes after Week 1. Baylor went down 42-31 to Texas State, a loss that could have already potentially killed any playoff hopes they might have had. They need a big win this weekend, with a loss to Utah essentially being another nail in their coffin.

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Ole Miss Rebels at Tulane Green Wave

College Football Odds: Ole Miss -274 vs Tulane +216
Saturday, September 9 at 3:30 PM EST
Yulman Stadium, New Orleans, LA | ESPN 2

There are a lot of people looking at Ole Miss as a potential threat in the SEC, and they looked strong in a 73-7 win over Mercer in Week 1. That was an expected result, though, and this will be a much tougher task on the road to a Tulane team that is ranked in the top 25 and off to a winning start. This should be another win for Ole Miss, but it also represents a potential banana peel.

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Texas A&M Aggies at Miami Hurricanes

College Football Odds: Texas A&M -210 vs Miami +168
Saturday, September 9 at 3:30 PM EST
Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL | ABC

Many teams opt to start the season with an easy game to help them ease into the new year, but things have to get tougher. That is what we are seeing here, with Texas A&M, fresh off a comfortable win over New Mexico. Hitting the road for a tricky Week 2 game in Miami. The Hurricanes won their opening game of the season against Miami-Ohio and will be looking forward to a tougher challenge here.

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Oregon Ducks at Texas Tech Red Raiders

College Football Odds: Oregon -242 vs Texas Tech +193
Saturday, September 9 at 7:00 PM EST
Jones AT&T Stadium, Lubbock, TX | FOX

This has to be a bounce back week for Texas Tech, who lost to Wyoming in 2OT after starting that game as a 14-point favorite. Things are about to get a whole lot tougher, though, as Oregon is coming off an opening weekend where they scored 81 points. I don’t expect that here, but can Tech bounce back and give the Ducks some problems?

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Texas Longhorns at Alabama Crimson Tide

College Football Odds: Texas +224 vs Alabama -289
Saturday, September 9 at 7:00 PM EST
Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, AL | ESPN

These teams won’t be in the same conference until next season, but while we wait for that to happen, we get an early preview in what is arguably the biggest game on the Week 2 college football schedule. It may be early in the season, but make no mistake about it, this will be a game with potential playoff implications.

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Top 5 Games you must Bet on in Week 14: In any given week in college football, narrowing the schedule down to just 5 must bet games is no easy feat. The task is a good deal easier in Week 14, though, as this is the weekend when we get all the conference championship games. MyBookie Sportsbook Regular Season Football Betting Preview: Friday, December 1, to Saturday, December 2, 2023

As you would probably expect, it will be the Power 5 Conferences in the spotlight this coming weekend, as those are the games that will ultimately decide which 4 teams make the playoffs. Realistically, there are 7 or 8 teams that can still get in, and with so many possible permutations based on the results of the upcoming games, I would not want to predict the final top 4 at this stage of the proceedings. With all of that said, let’s take a look at the Power 5 Conference Championship Matchups to consider in your NCAAF betting.

#6 Oregon Ducks Vs #4 Washington Huskies

Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV | ABC

This one will go off on Friday night and feels a whole lot like a title fight rematch. These teams did meet earlier in the season, with Washington getting the win on their way to a perfect regular season record. A win here, and the Huskies are in, but the bookies have the Ducks in as the favorite for this one by quite a wide margin. The Ducks are at -9 ½, but I expect this one to be a good deal closer.

#20 Oklahoma State Cowboys Vs #7 Texas Longhorns

AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX | ABC

This will be the last hurrah for the Longhorns in the Big 12, as they and Oklahoma will be plying their trade in the SEC next season. The Cowboys edged out the Oklahoma Sooners to make it into this one and will start the game as a 14 ½ point underdog, but you do have to say that all the pressure is on Texas, as they could still be a playoff team with the win.

#1 Georgia Bulldogs Vs #8 Alabama Crimson Tide

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | CBS

This is becoming a familiar matchup in the SEC Conference Championship, but this is one that is absolutely a must win for the Crimson Tide. Alabama has 1 loss on the season and needs this to make the postseason, although there is a solid chance that both teams might still end up in the final 4, assuming that Alabama can come through as a 6-point dog.

#3 Michigan Wolverines Vs #17 Iowa Hawkeyes

Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN | FOX

The Michigan Wolverines are looking to make it into the playoffs for the 3rd straight season, which they will do with the win in this one. For me, they are the team to beat this year, but they will need to keep their focus on a very good Iowa team as opposed to looking ahead, as there is always the possibility that Michigan might miss out on postseason play with a loss here.

#10 Louisville Cardinals Vs #5 Florida State Seminoles

Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC | ABC

Despite going 12-0 this season, the Florida State Seminoles are on the outside looking in at the playoffs this weekend. They need to win this one and might also need some help if they are to get in, which means one of the teams sitting ahead of them losing. The Cardinals ended their regular season with a loss to Kentucky and will need to put that one out of their head to get the win here as a 2 ½ point underdog.

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There are 33 teams left in the FBS still unbeaten including basketball-first schools Indiana, Duke, Kansas, Syracuse, and North Carolina. Who saw that coming? Here’s a look at two must-bet games in Week 4. Look for individual previews of Wisconsin-Ohio State and Kent State-Georgia later this week.

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No. 5 Clemson at No. 21 Wake Forest (+7.5)

Remember, Wake Forest and not Clemson is the defending ACC Atlantic Division champion, although the Tigers smashed the Demon Deacons 48-27 last year. Clemson’s defense recorded 10 tackles for loss, seven sacks, broke up ten passes, and forced three turnovers, while holding Wake Forest to just 36 yards rushing on 31 carries. Clemson outgained the Demon Deacons 543-406 and averaged 7.3 yards per play. The Tigers have won 13 straight in the series.

Clemson (3-0) beat Louisiana Tech 48-20 this past Saturday. Sophomore running back Will Shipley rushed 12 times for a career-high 139 yards and two touchdowns as Clemson used a 35-point second half to cruise. Clemson gained a season-high 521 total yards, including 280 on the ground, and forced four turnovers, leading to 21 Tiger points. Clemson extended its nation-leading home winning streak to 36 games and passed 2006-11 Boise State (35) for sole possession of the 14th-longest home winning streak in FBS history. Clemson pulled within one game of the ACC record (Florida State, 37 from 1992-2001) in that category.

Shipley averaged 11.6 yards per carry and became the first Clemson player to average at least 10 yards per carry on at least 10 attempts since Travis Etienne in the 2020 ACC Championship Game against Notre Dame. Additionally, Shipley became the first Clemson player to start a season with multiple rushing touchdowns in each of the three first games on record back to 1950.

The Tigers’ defense kept the Bulldogs out of the end zone for the first three quarters and held Louisiana Tech to only six total rushing yards with an average of 0.3 yards per rush. All-American defensive tackled Bryan Breese didn’t play after his sister passed away but should go this week. Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei was 17-of-29 for 221 yards and two scores through the air and picked up 62 yards on the ground on nine carries.

Clemson won its ninth straight game to extend the Power 5’s longest active winning streak. It represents the 14th winning streak of nine games or more in program history.

Wake Forest (3-0) escaped at home against Liberty on Saturday, 37-36, as the Flames couldn’t convert on a two-point conversion in the final minute. The Demon Deacons were led by redshirt junior quarterback Sam Hartman as he finished 26-of-44 passing for 325 yards and three passing touchdowns.

Hartman broke the Wake Forest all-time passing mark, eclipsing Riley Skinner (2006-09) with a five-yard pass to Ke’Shawn Williams in the third quarter against. Following Saturday, he has now thrown for 9,891 career passing yards, moving into the top 10 in ACC history. Hartman will look to become the 131st player in NCAA history and just the ninth passer in the history of the ACC to eclipse the 10,000-yard passing barrier on Saturday. Pick: Clemson

No. 20 Florida at No. 11 Tennessee (-11)

The Gators (2-1) were nearly huge upset losers at home on Saturday but escaped past USF 31-28. Spencer Shrader missed a 49-yard field goal that would have tied the game with 23 seconds to play, but the USF kicker never really had a chance, as his holder fumbled a clean snap and denied Shrader a solid sweep at the ball. That came just two snaps after Bulls center Brad Cecil, with 44 seconds to go, grounded an exchange past quarterback Gerry Bohanon — on a second-and-5 at the UF 18, with a chance to score a touchdown and win the game — for a 14-yard loss that pushed the Bulls all the way back to the 33.

The winning score was a 3-yard TD run freshman tailback Trevor Etienne with just over five minutes left that proved the difference on a night the Gators were outgained 402 to 329 in total offense by an American Athletic Conference team that has beaten just one FBS program over the last three seasons. UF managed despite a second straight tough night from sophomore quarterback Anthony Richardson, who completed 10 of 18 passes for 112 yards and threw two second-half interceptions, while being held to only 24 yards on seven rushing attempts.

Tennessee (3-0) crushed Akron 63-6 on Saturday. Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker was stellar in the opening 30 minutes and early in the third quarter before retiring to the home sideline. The redshirt-senior produced 251 yards passing on 13-of-17 accuracy in the first half and ended the evening 14-of-18 for 298 yards and two scores.

The Volunteer signal caller now has thrown a touchdown pass in 15 straight games, just three shy of the school record of 18 set by Heath Shuler from Oct. 17, 1992, to Jan. 1, 1994. Hooker also improved his total to 37 TD tosses as a Vol, ranking seventh all-time on Rocky Top.

Jalin Hyatt and running backs Jaylen Wright and Dylan Sampson had two touchdowns apiece to lead the offense, which accumulated 676 yards of total offense for the fifth-highest total in school history. It marks the third time UT has racked up 600+ yards of total offense under Josh Heupel.

ESPN College GameDay will be in Knoxville for this one. UF boasts a 31-20 record (.608) in the series and has won 16 of the last 17 meetings including an active five-game winning streak. Florida has won each of the last four matchups by 12 points or more.

There have been 24 prior meetings in which both Florida and Tennessee have been ranked, with the most recent coming in 2017 (No. 24 Florida 26, No. 23 Tennessee 20). UF is 16-8 in ranked games vs. UT including 5-1 since 2005. Pick: Tennessee

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With college football action starting on Thursday night, we’ve found a few last-minute games for you to bet on. After looking over the slate of games, we’ve done something that we don’t normally do. We’ll admit, we’re going out on a limb here by picking three road favorites to cover, but we feel confident in our selections. We’ll preview three games and give you our picks in each of them.

Week 6 of the College Football Season 2022

Tennessee Volunteers (-3.5) @ LSU Tigers

A trip to Death Valley is never easy. LSU has been getting better each week, and Brian Kelly’s squad would love nothing more than to play spoiler. Josh Heupel has the Tennessee Volunteers headed in the right direction, and their offense is hard to stop. Hendon Hooker is one of the best quarterbacks in the country, and he very rarely turns the ball over.

While this one will be close throughout, we see the Volunteers pulling away late. Many see this as a trap game for Tennessee, as experts think they’ll be overlooking LSU and looking forward to hosting Alabama next Saturday. We don’t think that this will be the case. The Vols will survive a scare in Death Valley, and they’ll win this one by a touchdown.

Utah Utes (-3.5) @ UCLA Bruins

After defeating Washington last weekend, the UCLA Bruins are looking to knock off another of the top teams in the Pac-12. Chip Kelly’s tenure as head coach has been criticized by many, but now may be the time that he finally brings the Bruins back into the conference championship mix. Even though this game is at the Rose Bowl, there hasn’t been much fanfare surrounding the Bruins. As a matter of fact, there have hardly been any fans at their home games this season. We could see an influx of Utes fans take over the Rose Bowl on Saturday.

Speaking of Utah, after losing at Florida in Week 1, the Utes have bounced back and have been beating teams soundly. While UCLA has an offense that scores an average of over 40 points per game, Utah’s defense is one of the best in the country, giving up just over 14 points per game. We’ll see which unit wins out.

We like Utah to win this one. Even though it’s a road game, it could be more like a home game for Utah. The Utes win by a touchdown and continue on their journey towards a Pac-12 title.

Ole Miss Rebels (-19) @ Vanderbilt Commodores

Ole Miss is coming off of a huge victory over Kentucky last weekend. Lane Kiffin’s crew is picking up steam, and they have to keep on winning in order to keep up with Alabama. Kiffin’s offense can always score points; it’s just stopping the opponents from scoring that seems to be the issue. The Rebels are running the ball more this season, and Vanderbilt has struggled to stop the run all season.

As long as the Ole Miss defense does its part, we can’t see Vanderbilt hanging around. The Rebels win this one by 21 points, covering the spread.

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Huge matchups happen in College Football Week 7. 5-0 Penn State tackles 6-0 Michigan early before a couple of undefeated Big 12 teams clash when Oklahoma State heads to TCU to take on the Horned Frogs. In another game between unbeatens, the Alabama Crimson Tide challenges the Tennessee Volunteers in Knoxville. The primetime game pits 6-ranked USC against the Utes in Utah. See below for College Football Lines, analysis, and free picks for five of this week’s top NCAAF matchups.

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2022 NCAAF Week 7

When: Wednesday, Oct. 12 – Saturday, Oct. 16

20-Kansas Jayhawks at Oklahoma Sooners -9 | Saturday, Oct. 16

The Jayhawks almost pulled off a home upset victory against TCU. But the Horned Frogs were too much for Kansas. With that being written, Kansas proved in the 31-38 loss to Texas Christian that they’re a legit contender for the Big 12 title.

Oklahoma proved in their 0-49 loss to Texas that they’ve fallen apart. Bad losses are one thing. Back to back bad losses, like what the Sooners have shown in their past two games, is a sign things aren’t working. Oklahoma’s defense will struggle to stop the Jayhawks from scoring. Kansas is a massive overlay.

NCAAF Week 7 Pick: Kansas +9

10-Penn State Nittany Lions at 4-Michigan Wolverines -6.5 | Saturday, Oct. 16

Penn State is 5-0. Michigan is 6-0. At first glance, it looks like the Wolverines should trounce the Nittany Lions.

Michigan averages 43 points per game. The Wolverines give up 11 per. Not only that, but Penn State struggled in a 17-7 victory over hapless Northwestern in their last.

Penn State may have performed so badly because they were thinking about this game. Even if that’s true, the Nittany Lions are 2-6 ATS in the last 8 meetings, this happens in Ann Arbor, and, at least for now, the spread is less than 7. Michigan is the play.

NCAAF Week 7 Pick: Michigan Wolverines

1-Alabama Crimson Tide -7 at 8-Tennessee Volunteers | Saturday, Oct. 16

Bryce Young is listed as questionable. Even if the Heisman Trophy winning Bama quarterback plays, laying 7 versus the Vols at Neyland Stadium isn’t wise.

Tennessee’s Hendon Hooker is good enough to move the ball versus Alabama’s terrific defense. Also, Tennessee’s D allows less than 18 points each game and has 5 takeaways, which averages out to a takeaway a game. The Vols should be in line to win this straight up.

NCAAF Week 7 Pick: Tennessee Volunteers +7

7-Oklahoma State Cowboys at 15-TCU Horned Frogs -3.5 | Saturday, Oct. 16

For sure TCU has the edge at quarterback. Horned Frogs signal caller Max Duggan is completing over 73% of his passes and has a 14-to-1 TD-to-INT ratio.

But as good as Duggan has played, the Cowboys are the pick to cover. Oklahoma State averages over 46 points per game. In addition, the Pokes are 10-2-1 against the spread in their last 12 conference games. The Cowboys win ATS.

NCAAF Week 7 Pick: Oklahoma State +3.5

6-USC Trojans at 19-Utah Utes -3 | Saturday, Oct. 16

USC at Utah is one of the week’s toughest to handicap matchups. The Utes host the Trojans a week after falling to UCLA in Pasadena.

The Trojans are undefeated with a 6-0 record and have gone 4-2 against the spread. USC is for real, but this happens at Rice-Eccles Stadium.

Utah almost always covers in front of their fans. The Utes are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 home games and 5-0 against the spread in their last 5 following an ATS loss. USC can win for sure, but the Utes to cover is the most logical outcome.

NCAAF Week 7 Pick: Utah -3

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It’s the game of the year – at least to this point – in college football on Saturday as AP No. 2 Tennessee visits No. 1 Georgia. The winner is almost surely going to the SEC Championship Game. The Dawgs are solid favorites on the NCAAF odds.

No. 6 Alabama at No. 10 LSU (+13.5)

Alabama and LSU will meet for the 87th time on Saturday with the Crimson Tide holding a 55-26-5 all-time advantage in the series, including a 29-9-2 mark in Baton Rouge. Alabama head coach Nick Saban is 12-5 for his career against LSU, including a 12-4 mark with the Crimson Tide. LSU first-year head coach Brian Kelly is 0-2 in his career against the Tide with both matchups coming while he was at Notre Dame. Both teams are off their bye week.

Alabama is 13-5 (.722) in games following a bye under Saban. The Crimson Tide have outscored the opposition 539-331 (29.9 ppg-18.4 ppg) and have held six opponents to 10 points or less in those 18 contests. Alabama’s most frequent opponent coming off the bye week is LSU, with the Tide holding an 8-4 record in 12 matchups.

Alabama heads to Baton Rouge this weekend where the Tide defense has been dominant as of late. Over the last five trips to Tiger Stadium (dating back to 2012), UA has given up a combined 47 points while posting two shutouts (2016, 10-0; 2018, 29-0). The Alabama defense has allowed just five total touchdowns over that stretch and limited the Tigers to an average of 273.4 yards per game. Entering Saturday, LSU has been shut out at Tiger Stadium only four times in the last 30 years (including the 2022 season). All four have come at the hands of the Crimson Tide.

LSU goes into the Alabama game riding the play of QB Jayden Daniels, who has accounted for 11 TDs in LSU’s last two games (6 vs. Florida, 5 vs. Ole Miss). Daniels is the only quarterback in the SEC to rank among the Top 10 in the league in both rushing yards (No. 9 at 524) and passing yards (No. 6 at 1,812). His 21 total TDs (9 rush, 12 pass) ties for No. 3 in the league. Daniels is the LSU single-season record holder for rushing yards (524) and rushing TDs (9) by a quarterback, breaking both marks against Ole Miss.

LSU has won 11 straight games, including 5 in 2022, when reaching the 30-point mark. Offensively, LSU is averaging 35.1 points and 450.1 total yards per game (183.3 rushing, 266.9 passing). Kelly brings a streak of 16 consecutive November wins into the Alabama game. A Kelly-coached team hasn’t lost a game during the month of November since 2017 when Notre Dame dropped a 38-20 decision at No. 20 Stanford on November 25.

No. 4 Clemson at Notre Dame (+3.5)

Unbeaten Clemson is going to play in the ACC title game but it almost surely will not reach the College Football Playoff should it be upset in non-conference play at Notre Dame on Saturday. After meeting only twice in Clemson’s first 119 seasons of play, Clemson and Notre Dame will meet for the fifth time in eight seasons.

In its most recent contest, Clemson recorded its 38^th consecutive home victory, setting the ACC record and tying the 1919-27 Fighting Irish for the 10th-longest home winning streak in FBS history. Those Irish teams under the guidance of College Football Hall of Famer Knute Rockne were a combined 78-7-3 at all venues in the seasons comprising that streak.

But Clemson has supplemented its historic home streak with the nation’s best road record since 2015. Clemson’s 34-4 road record in that span gives the Tigers a national-best .895 road winning percentage, and Clemson’s 34 road wins since 2015 are three more than any other FBS program and five more than any other Power Five program.

With a win Saturday, Clemson would record a perfect record in true road games in a season for the 10th time in school history, joining the 1900, 1917, 1948, 1981, 1995, 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2019 seasons. At Notre Dame in 2020, the Irish ended Clemson’s 36-game regular season winning streak, tied for the fourth-longest FBS regular season winning streak since 1936. The game came during Notre Dame’s lone season of ACC membership to also end Clemson’s 28-game conference winning streak.

On Saturday, the Tigers can end Notre Dame’s 26-game regular season winning streak against ACC opponents since 2018. Clemson, though, is 2-0 against Notre Dame in postseason play in that span, including victories in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the 2018 Cotton Bowl Classic and in the 2020 ACC Championship Game.

Saturday will mark the second night game of the Marcus Freeman era at Notre Dame. It is just the 28th night game in Notre Dame Stadium history, the Irish are 21-6 in the previous 27 and have won 10 of the last 11 prime time home contests. Marcus Freeman will be looking to claim his third victory over a ranked team in his debut season. Notre Dame is 5-0 this season when it possesses the ball for 30 or more minutes, peaking at 40:55 of possession time against BYU. The Irish were held under 30 minutes against Ohio State (27:01), Marshall (29:13) and Stanford (23:53).

Expert Picks: Alabama and Clemson (although I’d play the Tigers at -2.5)

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Only a few weeks left in the 2022 college football regular season and it’s a two-man race right now for the Heisman Trophy between Ohio State quarterback CJ Stroud and Tennessee QB Hendon Hooker. Here are two intriguing matchups this Saturday around the nation. Here everything for your NCAAF betting.

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No. 7 LSU at Arkansas (+3)

With LSU upsetting Alabama 32-31 in overtime last week, the Tigers would now play in the SEC Championship Game if they win out. At No. 7, LSU is the highest-ranked two-loss team in the College Football Playoff rankings.

On the comparison between LSU and one-loss Oregon, who is ranked one spot ahead of the Tigers at No 6, CFP Selection Committee Chair Boo Corrigan said, “We talked about everything. We have multiple teams on the board. We’re looking at as much information as we can find on it.

“Obviously, the LSU wins the last couple of weeks with Alabama and Mississippi has played strong in the last couple weeks. If you think back to last week, we had LSU at 10, so there was a lot of respect for LSU going into that room. Again, the Oregon piece of losing that game early and averaging over 40 points in their last eight games, the job that Bo Nix has done both running for touchdowns and throwing for touchdowns, it’s really an impressive team, as well. Again, we’re looking at everything that we can find as well as watching the games and making sure we’re doing a full evaluation.”

LSU’s Jayden Daniels is the only FBS QB to have 600+ rushing yards and 1,700+ passing yards this year. Daniels has also accounted for 14 TDs (7 rush, 7 pass) in LSU’s past 3 games, which ranks No. 3 in school history over that span – trailing only Joe Burrow, who had 18 and 15 on two occasions in 2019.

During its current 3-game winning streak, LSU’s offense has scored on 10 of its 13 second half possessions (8 TDs and 2 FGs). LSU hasn’t punted on consecutive second half possessions since the Tennessee game in week 6.

Arkansas is coming off a 21-19 non-conference setback last week vs. Liberty. LSU is 4-2 all-time against Arkansas in Fayetteville. The Tigers have won three straight over the Razorbacks in Reynolds Stadium, which includes a 27-24 victory in 2020.

The Razorbacks are the owners of the Golden Boot Trophy after defeating the Tigers, 16-13 (OT), in Baton Rouge, La., last season. Arkansas is seeking back-to-back wins in the rivalry game for the first time since 2014 and 2015. With a win against LSU, Sam Pittman would become the fourth Arkansas head coach to earn bowl eligibility in each of their first three seasons, joining Lou Holtz (1977-79), Ken Hatfield (1984-86) and Houston Nutt (1998-00).

No. 22 UCF at No. 17 Tulane (-1.5)

Tulane leads the American Athletic Conference and is 5-0 and would all but punch a ticket to the title game with a win, while UCF is second at 4-1.

The Knights come off a 35-28 win at a good Memphis team last Saturday. As the nation’s top red zone defense, UCF came up big again on Saturday forcing a turnover on downs, interception, and a missed field goal. In 36 trips to the red zone for opponents this season, the Knights have only allowed 12 touchdowns (33%).

With the score knotted at 21-21 heading to the fourth quarter, UCF capped a nine-play, 61-yard drive to take a 28-21 lead after quarterback Mikey Keene connected with Kobe Hudson for the second time on the day for a 13-yard touchdown. On Memphis’ next drive, Divaad Wilson picked off quarterback Seth Henigan to give the Knights the ball back with their second turnover of the day to have a chance to add to their lead. It was Wilson’s third interception of the season and second interception of the game for UCF.

After the teams traded possessions with both ending in punts, Keene found wide receiver Javon Baker in the back of the endzone for his third touchdown pass of the day, extending the UCF lead to 35-21 following the extra point from Colton Boomer.

Tulane beat Tulsa 27-13 last Saturday. Tyjae Spears led the offensive charge for Tulane in running for 157 yards and a touchdown. Shaadie Clayton-Johnson picked up 106 yards. Iverson Celestine totaled 40 yards. Michael Pratt ran for 36 yards. Pratt had an effective day in going 11-for-19 for 125 yards and two passing touchdowns. Duece Watts recorded two catches for 42 yards. Shae Wyatt had a catch for 20 yards and a touchdown. Tyrick James totaled four catches for 39 yards and a touchdown.

Dorian Williams was all over the field with 13 tackles, two sacks, and two stops for loss. Nick Anderson also had an outstanding performance in picking up 13 tackles, a sack, and a stop for loss. Jarius Monroe totaled nine tackles. Larry Brooks had seven stops. Tulane’s offense gained 482 total yards with 357 coming on the ground. It was the highest rushing total for the program since getting 429 against Southern Miss in 2020. The defense limited Tulsa to 257 total yards, including 146 yards passing. The team had four sacks on the afternoon.

Last year, UCF beat Tulane 14-10 but the Green Wave are way better this season. Keene’s 23-yard touchdown pass to Brandon Johnson with 5:55 remaining was the winner. Keene finished 19-for-25 passing (76%) for 229 yards. Spears’ 8-yard scoring run for Tulane with 9:22 left in the third ended a nine-play, 80-yard scoring drive that took 5 1/2 minutes and knotted it at 7-all.

Expert Picks: Arkansas and UCF

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Only a few weeks left in the 2022 college football season as we enter Week 12. A lot of teams are playing cupcakes this week ahead of a rivalry game in the regular-season finale but here are two intriguing matchups Saturday on the NCAAF odds.

Illinois at No. 3 Michigan (-18)

This could be a Big Ten title game preview – doubt it, though – as Illinois is tied for first in the West Division and Michigan is in the East.

Illinois is off to a 7-3 start through 10 games, tied for the Illini’s best start since the 2007 team started 7-3 on its way to the Rose Bowl. Illinois’ seven wins are tied for its most since 2007. The Illini finished 7-6 in 2010 and 2011. Illinois is 10-5 in its last 15 games dating back to Oct. 23, 2021.

The Illini are the only team in the nation with three wins over teams in the top 15 of total defense. The Illini have wins over top-15 defenses in Iowa (No. 3), Minnesota (No. 8), and Wisconsin (No. 14). Michigan and Illinois enter the week ranked 1st and 2nd in the nation in total defense.

Illinois ranks in the top 10 in 20 defensive categories: 1st in interceptions (17), 1st in passing efficiency defense (90.37), 2nd in total defense (246.9), 2nd in touchdowns allowed (13), 2nd in passes defended (69), 2nd in yards per pass attempt (5.3), 3rd in scoring defense (12.5), 3rd in takeaways (23), 4th in third down defense (26.9%), the in rushing touchdowns allowed (5), 4^th in passing touchdowns allowed (8), 4th in fewest red zone attempts allowed (21), 5th in passing defense (161.0), 5th in yards per rush (3.0), 5th in third down conversions against (36), 5th in fourth down conversions against (4), 6th in rushing defense (85.9), 6th in first downs allowed (138), 8th in red zone touchdown percentage (42.9%), 10th in tackle for loss yards (305).

Illinois has allowed only 17 points in fourth quarters, with 10 coming last week against Purdue. Illinois has allowed fewer than 100 yards rushing in six of 10 games this season.

Michigan is 10-0 for the first time under head coach Jim Harbaugh. Michigan is one of three teams ranked in the top 10 in both scoring offense (fifth) and scoring defense (first), along with Ohio State (second, offense; seventh, defense) and Georgia (seventh, offense; second, defense). U-M is scoring 41.4 points per game and allowing 11.2 points against, on average.

Michigan (+30.2) and Ohio State (+31.2) are the only teams in the country beating their opponents by more than 30 points per game, on average. They are also the only two teams with cumulative scoring margins above 300 points (OSU, +312; U-M, +301).

Jake Moody leads the NCAA in points (109) and field goals per game (2.1 avg). Blake Corum is the national leader in total TDs (18) and lists second in rushing TDs (17) and points (108) as well as third in rushing (1,349 yards). Pick: Illinois ATS

Michigan has won five straight in the series.

No. 10 Utah at No. 12 Oregon (-3)

This could be a Pac-12 title game preview with Oregon and Utah tied for second in the league at 6-1 behind USC – my guess is only the winner gets there opposite the Trojans.

Through 10 games, Utah leads the Pac-12 in third down conversion percentage defense (.319), fourth down conversion percentage defense (.316), first downs defense (159), passing yards allowed (206.5), time of possession (33:46) and total defense (327.9). Utah is one of six Power Five programs that currently rank in the top-25 nationally in scoring offense (12th, 39.3) and scoring defense (21st, 20.0).

Utah has scored 40+ points in four of the last six games. It has produced 261 total first downs, which ranks seventh in the FBS. Utah ranks fourth in the Pac-12 and 12th nationally in FBS scoring offense (39.3) while leading the league in time of possession (33:46) while ranking 8th nationally. The Utes are also ranked 6th in the FBS, third in the Pac-12 in sacks allowed (0.80 per game), and 17th nationally and fourth in the league in team passing efficiency (155.66).

The Utes have performed well against AP Top 25 teams in the Kyle Whittingham era, recording 20 wins against ranked opponents, including top-10 victories over No. 4 Oregon (2021 regular season), No. 4 Alabama (2009), No. 5 Stanford (2013), No. 7 USC (2022), No. 8 UCLA (2014) and No. 10 Oregon (2021 Pac-12 Championship game).

Oregon had been the only team without a league loss until being upset 37-34 last week by Washington, which ended the Ducks’ College Football Playoff hopes. Oregon is one of just three teams in the nation (Ohio State & USC) to score 40-plus

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We’ve scoured this week’s slate of college football games, and we’ve found our top five games to bet on. Here’s a preview of each game and our predictions.

Top 5 College Football Games Season 2022

Ohio State Buckeyes (-27.5) @ Maryland Terrapins

CJ Stroud and company will bring one of the top offenses in the country to Maryland to take on the Terrapins. This Ohio State team is on a mission, as this team feels that it can win a national championship. This could be a trap game, though, as Ohio State could be overlooking Maryland in anticipation of their date with Michigan the following week.

We don’t anticipate this being an issue, but it’s always something to consider. Maryland can score points, but they haven’t scored against good teams. We can’t see them keeping up with Ohio State. We like the Buckeyes to win by at least 30.

Ole Miss Rebels @ Arkansas Razorbacks (+3)

Arkansas started off the season with high hopes, but now that they have a 5-5 record, they’re just trying to win one more game so they can earn a bowl berth. Arkansas is on a two-game losing streak, and now they welcome one of the top teams in the SEC, the Ole Miss Rebels, to town.

Ole Miss was beaten by Alabama last weekend in a tight one. Lane Kiffin’s squad is different from most Kiffin-led teams, as this team relies heavily on the run. We’ll see if Arkansas can shut down the running game of Ole Miss.

We don’t see that happening. Arkansas will keep it close, but Ole Miss pulls away late and wins by 10.

USC Trojans (-3.5) @ UCLA Bruins

At 9-1, the USC Trojans still have a shot at a playoff berth. UCLA’s stunning loss to Arizona last weekend took them out of contention for a playoff spot. These two cross-town rivals will meet in the Rose Bowl on Saturday.

Both teams have powerful offenses. USC is led by Caleb Williams, while UCLA’s Dorian Thompson-Robinson has also had a great season. USC is one of the top-scoring teams in the country. Neither team plays very good defense, so we should see a lot of points put up in this one.

We really like the Trojans to win the game and cover. The Rose Bowl will be full of USC fans, and UCLA’s defense won’t be able to stop the powerful Trojan offense.

Penn State Nittany Lions (-19.5) @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights

Quietly, Penn State has put up some impressive numbers. Other than getting throttled by Michigan and getting outlasted by Ohio State, two of the top teams in the country, this team really hasn’t been challenged. We see that trend continuing on Saturday.

Penn State’s defense gives up just over 20 points per game, while Rutgers is only scoring 20 per game. The Penn State defense shuts down the Rutgers offense, and the Nittany Lions win by 24.

UMass Minutemen @ Texas A&M Aggies (-33.5)

We know that Texas A&M has been bad this season, but when an SEC team plays a one-win team that can barely score points, bad things are going to happen.

UMass only scores 14 points per game against some very weak competition. We see the Aggies taking out all of their frustrations on the Minutemen. A&M wins by 40.

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Now that the lines have been released for this week’s college football games, we’ve scoured the slate of games and found a few that we really like. We’re now going to give you our top five games to bet on, along with our analysis and our predictions for each one. We hope we can help you earn some big money!

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Maryland Terrapins @ Penn State Nittany Lions (-12)

Even though they were blown out by the Michigan Wolverines, the Penn State Nittany Lions are still one of the best teams in the country. They’ll host the Maryland Terrapins this Saturday in Happy Valley. Maryland was defeated by Wisconsin last weekend.

Maryland was only able to muster 189 yards of offense, while giving up over 350 against Wisconsin. If Wisconsin can do that to Maryland, Penn State shouldn’t have any issues against the Terps.

Maryland is 1-5 against the spread in its last six games against Penn State. It’s about to be 1-6 in their last seven.

Louisville Cardinals @ Clemson Tigers (-7.5)

Louisville has been on a roll as of late, winning their last three games. At 6-3, the Tigers are someone to be reckoned with. Clemson is coming off of an embarrassing loss to Notre Dame on Saturday. Quarterback DJ Uiagelelei struggled once again for Clemson.

Clemson has one of the best defenses in the country, but it was exploited by Notre Dame. Louisville can run the ball well, and that should give Clemson some issues.

We think that Clemson wins the game, but doesn’t cover. This one will be really close. Louisville is 4-1 against the spread against teams with winning records this season. We’re taking the Cardinals.

Vanderbilt Commodores @ Kentucky Wildcats (-17)

Vanderbilt is once again the doormat of the SEC. They’ll now head to Lexington to take on Mark Stoops and his Kentucky Wildcats. Kentucky is by far the better team, and they’ll show that on Saturday. Vanderbilt is 1-4 against the spread in their last five, while Kentucky is 8-3-1 against the spread in their last 12. We’re taking the Wildcats in this one, as they’ll win by at least 21 points and will cover the spread.

Liberty Flames @ Connecticut Huskies (+14.5)

Don’t look now, but the Liberty Flames are 8-1. Coming off of last weekend’s 21-19 win over SEC foe Arkansas, the Flames are red hot! They’ll head to Storrs to take on the UConn Huskies who are 5-5 on the season.

UConn struggles offensively, as they’re averaging just over 18 points per game. Not only is Liberty’s offense really good, but their defense isn’t bad either. They’re holding their opponents to just over 21 points per game.

Liberty is by far the better team and will show that this weekend. Take the Flames to win big.

Missouri Tigers @ Tennessee Volunteers (-21.5)

Unfortunately for Missouri, they’ll get to face the Tennessee Volunteers in Knoxville just a week after they lost their #1 ranking to Georgia. Missouri is awful on the road, and Tennessee will be looking to make a statement. We like the Volunteers to win by at least five touchdowns and easily cover the spread.

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Teams are going to be looking to make a statement this week, as this is the final week before we get our first set of College Football Playoff Rankings. In looking at this week’s slate of games, we’ve found a few games that we think we have a good beat on. Let’s take a look at five games that we think we can make you some money on.

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Ohio State Buckeyes (-15.5) @ Penn State Nittany Lions

This game started off with the Buckeyes favored at 13.5, so Ohio State has gotten a lot of early action. CJ Stroud and the Buckeyes offense has been an unstoppable force this season. They’re averaging nearly 50 points per game, while giving up just under 16 points per game.

While Penn State will be a formidable foe, they’re not in the same league as Ohio State. When they went to Michigan and played, they were dominated by the Wolverines. We know that this game is at Penn State, but it’s an afternoon game, and the home crowd won’t be enough to help the Lions.

OSU wins by 21 to cover.

Michigan State Spartans @ Michigan Wolverines (-21)

This season has been a bust for Michigan State. While many felt that Michigan would take a step back after last season’s playoff appearance, that hasn’t been the case. Michigan State is running into a Michigan team that is on a mission. The Wolverines have one of the best defenses in college football, and they want to continue to make a statement.

The Wolverines win this one big, and they’ll cover the spread.

Oregon Ducks (-17) @ California Golden Bears

When Oregon was lambasted by the Georgia Bulldogs in the season opener, many felt that this would be a long season for the Ducks. Well, the Ducks had other plans. After last weekend’s big victory over previously-undefeated UCLA, the Ducks have won six games in a row, and are 5-1 against the spread in those six games.

California has lost four out of their last five, and have struggled to put points on the board. The Oregon defense is underrated, and they’ll have their way with Cal. Oregon wins by 21 points.

Illinois Fighting Illini (-8) @ Nebraska Cornhuskers

The Illini are one of the biggest surprises in the nation. Right now, they’re on a path to play in the Big 10 Championship game. Chase Brown is the leading rusher in the country, and he has made the Illini offense hard to stop. Bret Bielema has done a great job of rebuilding the Illini program.

As for Nebraska, we all know that they’ve had some issues this season. Both teams are coming off of a bye week. We just have a hunch that this is going to be a trap game for the Illini. While we think they win, they won’t cover the spread.

Kentucky Wildcats @ Tennessee Volunteers (-13)

Kentucky was a nice story to start the season, but now that they’ve gotten into the heart of the SEC season, they’ve come back to earth. They have to make a tough trip to Knoxville this Saturday. The Vols are on a roll, and know they have a team that could be in the playoffs. They can’t overlook the Wildcats, as they’re anticipating their game with Georgia. It may not be pretty at times, but Tennessee pulls away late and wins by 14.

We knew it was going to be an interesting 2022 NASCAR season as the Cup Series switched over to the Next Gen car, and that indeed was the case as 19 different drivers won a race this past year. Some people love the parity, while others think that the new setup favors being lucky rather than good.

The 2022 NASCAR postseason was interesting, with the first four races being won by non-playoff drivers. Eventually, the cream did rise to the top, with Chase Elliott, Christopher Bell, Joey Logano, and 2021 Cup Series champion Kyle Larson winning races down the stretch.

Even with all the parity during the regular season, few people could argue that Joey Logano was an undeserving 2022 Cup Series champion. Logano had three wins during the regular NASCAR season and two in the playoffs, but now the question becomes, can he repeat in 2023? Let’s take a look at this analysis for your NASCAR bets.

What to expect in the upcoming 2023 NASCAR season?

2023 Team Changes

There has always been some swapping of teams in the offseason in NASCAR, but it’s almost getting to be like an MLB trade deadline the way drivers are realigned for the 2023 season.

The biggest move is Kyle Gibbs going from Joe Gibbs Racing, where he’s been since 2008, and heading to Richard Childress Racing. This is the equivalent of Tom Brady leaving the Patriots.

Other big team changes for 2023 include Tyler Reddick leaving RCR for 23XI. This isn’t a shock because Busch was coming over, and Reddick had announced his departure in 2024, but Kurt Busch’s retirement from a full-time driver pushed up the timeline.

It’s not just ‘trades’ that are going to make 2023 interesting, but also full-time debuts. The two biggest names moving to the Cup Series full-time are Ty Gibbs, who replaces Busch at his grandfather’s JGR club, and Noah Gragson, coming off one of the more successful Xfinity regular seasons in recent memory to drive full-time for Petty GMS. A.J. Allmendinger is also returning to the Cup Series full-time for the first time since 2018.

Who Will Win the 2023 Cup Series?

It will be interesting to see if the parity of 19 different drivers winning last season calms down in year two of the Next Gen car or if that’s just how NASCAR is going to be moving forward. Logano (+650) showed a mastery of the new racing format, so he’s obviously a favorite to become the first back-to-back winner since Jimmie Johnson in 2009/2010.

The co-favorites to win the 2023 Cup Series are Chase Elliott and his Hendrick Motorsports teammate Kyle Larson at +600. Elliott made the final four this season, and he and Larson won the Cup Series in 2020 and 2021, respectively.

Other contenders for some 2023 NASCAR Cup Series future bets are Christopher Bell (+800), who was a championship four finalist after getting hot with two wins in the playoffs. Ryan Blaney (+850) will be a hot pick as well, even though he failed to pick up a win last season.

Maybe 2023 is the year that some old dogs return to top form, too, as Denny Hamlin (+1000) had two wins in 2022 but another ten top-five finishes. Maybe a change of scenery gets Busch (+2000) back on track.

Buckle up; the Daytona 500 is right around the corner.

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