Category: NCAAF
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Friday College Football Player Props, Picks: How to Bet Kyle Monangai, Cam Ward in Week 5
Friday College Football Player Props & Picks Time (ET) Player Prop 7:30 p.m. [teammatchup shadow=”false” link=”#1″ firstfullname=”Miami Hurricanes” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/mfl.png” text=”Cam Ward”][/teammatchup] 8 p.m. [teammatchup shadow=”false” link=”#2″ firstfullname=”Rutgers Scarlet Knights” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/rut.png” text=”Kyle Monangai”][/teammatchup] Specific betting recommendations come from the sportsbook offering preferred odds as of writing. Always shop for the best price using our NCAAF Odds…
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Johnny Manziel’s College Football Week 5 Picks, Predictions for Georgia vs Alabama, More
Each week on the BBOC YouTube channel, I make my picks for three of Saturday’s marquee matchups in college football. Here are my picks for Oklahoma State vs. Kansas State, Louisville vs. Notre Dame, and Georgia vs. Alabama. _InlineAdBlock [subheader sizedown=”false” text=”Kansas State (-4.5) vs. Oklahoma State” subtext=”” center=”false” logo1url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/kstd.png” link1=”” link1follow=”true” logo2url=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2022/09/oklahoma-state-cowboys-updated-2022-logo-100w-100h.png” link2=”” link2follow=”true”…
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Friday College Football Odds, Picks: Our Bets for Virginia Tech vs Miami, Washington vs Rutgers
Friday College Football Odds, Picks Game Time (ET) Pick [teammatchup link=”#1″ firstfullname=”Virginia Tech Hokies” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/vt.png” secondfullname=”Miami Hurricanes” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/mfl.png”][/teammatchup] 7:30 p.m. Miami 1H TT Over 19.5 [teammatchup link=”#2″ firstfullname=”Washington Huskies” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/was.png” secondfullname=”Rutgers Scarlet Knights” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/rut.png”][/teammatchup] 8 p.m. Washington +2.5 Specific betting recommendations come from the sportsbook offering preferred odds as of writing. Always shop for the…
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Virginia Tech vs. Miami Prediction, Odds, Picks, Betting Line & How to Watch Friday NCAAF Week 5
The No. 7 Miami Hurricanes host the Virginia Tech Hokies at Hard Rock Stadium on Friday night to open Atlantic Coast Conference play. Miami enters as a -17.5 favorite against Virginia Tech, while the over/under some in at 54.5. The Hurricanes (4-0) have been one of the most dominant teams through four weeks, owning a…
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Should Travis Hunter be Favored to Win the Heisman? Johnny Manziel, Awards Voters, Oddsmakers Weigh-In
Johnny Manziel knows a thing or two about capturing the hearts and minds of college football fans — and Heisman voters. And he thinks Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter is on the road toward doing that — but isn’t quite there yet. “I don’t know if [Hunter] should be the favorite right now,” Manziel said.…
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Week 5 College Football Predictions: Penn State vs Illinois, Iowa State vs Houston Lead Top NCAAF Favorites
Welcome to Week 5 of the 2024 college football season. We have plenty of interesting favorites worth backing on the board this week, and we’re diving in with Iowa State laying just over two touchdowns against Houston and Penn State in a great spot against Illinois. You may be familiar with our weekly moneyline underdog article. Well,…
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College Football Moneyline Underdogs: Week 5 Picks for Auburn vs. Oklahoma, Navy vs. UAB
College football Week 5 is upon us, and there are a lot of intriguing underdogs on the board. For the seventh straight season on our college football betting podcast, Big Bets on Campus, Collin Wilson and I pick our two favorite moneyline underdogs for each week’s slate. Welcome to our Week 4 moneyline underdog picks. In Week…
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Week 5 College Football Betting Primer: What to Know Before Placing Bets
The final week of college football’s opening month arrives, featuring a slate packed full of good games – and one iconic matchup from Tuscaloosa. There’s also some good late-night action, some intriguing games in the Big 12 and a hurricane to bring nasty weather to many parts of the country. I can’t believe it’s already…
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Circa Sports Attempts to Offer NIL Deal to UNLV QB Matthew Sluka
Wanting to keep UNLV’s College Football Playoff hopes alive, a Circa Sports Vice President offered to compensate former UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka the $100,000 he allegedly was promised by an assistant coach. Late Tuesday night, Sluka, who started UNLV’s first three games, announced he would not play the rest of the season and was redshirting…
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Rutgers vs. Washington Odds, Picks, Predictions: Our Same-Game Parlay for Friday, Sept. 27
Rutgers vs. Washington Odds [gamematchup league=”NCAAF” awaylogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/rut.png” awayname=”Rutgers” awayslug=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/rutgers-scarlet-knights” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/was.png” homename=”Washington” homeslug=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/washington-huskies” date=”Saturday, Sept. 28″ time=”8 p.m. ET” network=”FOX” col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awayText=”-2.5″ col1awayLine=”-110″ col1homeText=”+2.5″ col1homeLine=”-110″ col2awayText=”44.5″ col2homeText=”44.5″ col2awayLine=”-110o / -110u” col2homeLine=”-110o / -110u” col3awayText=”-135″ col3homeText=”+115″ col3awayLine=”” col3homeLine=”” bookname=”BetMGM” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/902516_MGM2.png” bookreviewslug=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/online-sports-betting/reviews/betmgm”][/gamematchup] Last week was a tough pill to swallow. It seemed like we had a…
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Miami vs. Virginia Tech Odds, Picks, Predictions: Our Same-Game Parlay for College Football Week 5
Miami vs. Virginia Tech Odds [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/mfl.png” awayname=”Miami” awayslug=”miami-fl-hurriances” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/vt.png” homename=”Virginia Tech” homeslug=”virginia-tech-hokies” date=”Friday, Sept. 27″ time=”7:30 p.m. ET” network=”ESPN” col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awaytext=”-19.5″ col1awayline=”-110″ col1hometext=”+19.5″ col1homeline=”-110″ col2awaytext=”54.5″ col2hometext=”54.5″ col2awayline=”-110o / -110u” col2homeline=”-110o / -110u” col3awaytext=”-1100″ col3hometext=”+700″ col3awayline=”” col3homeline=”” bookname=”DraftKings” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/603379_Primary.png” bookreviewslug=”draftkings”][/gamematchup] Miami was predicted to finish third in the ACC in the preseason…
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Johnny Manziel on UNLV-Matthew Sluka NIL Drama: ‘It’s More Than Just the Money’
Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Johnny Manziel doesn’t agree with the reasoning behind Matthew Sluka’s departure from UNLV, which comes amid a reported NIL payment dispute. “At the end of the day, no matter what’s going on with the money, you have to be there to play ball,” said Manziel during his regular appearance on Action Network’s…
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Army vs. Temple Prediction, Odds: Week 5 NCAAF Picks, Best Bets
The Army Black Knights (3-0, 2-0 AAC) look to move to 4-0 when they make the short trip to Philadelphia to take on the Temple Owls (1-3, 0-1) on Thursday night. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, with the game streaming live on ESPN+ and YouTube TV. Army is a consensus 12.5-point…
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College Football Weather: Betting Picks, Wind, Impact Saturday of Week 5
Hurricane Helene’s unfortunate trajectory is making a significant impact on numerous college football games of Week 5. College football weather and its betting impact automatically becomes a topic of discussion. Rather than spending countless hours trying to figure out which games will be affected by rain, wind and other adverse weather conditions, we recommend utilizing…
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College Football Group of 5 Parlay: Week 5 Picks for Navy vs UAB, USF vs Tulane, More
With two wins and a push last week, we cashed our first parlay of the season, albeit at the reduced payout of +260. But as the famous investor Barnard Baruch once said: “You never go broke taking profits.” This week, we set our sights on a bigger payday in the hope of keeping this green…
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Sources: Air Force, UNLV Expected to Remain in Mountain West
Air Force and UNLV are remaining in the Mountain West, sources told Action Network. An official announcement that the seven remaining Mountain West teams are staying together is expected on Thursday, a source said. Air Force and UNLV, which were considered the key components in keeping the league together after it lost five members to…
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College Football Predictions, Picks: Stuckey’s Week 5 Bets for Alabama vs. Georgia, Duke vs. UNC, More
It’s time to dive into Saturday’s slate for college football Week 5. Looking ahead to Week 5, I have highlighted my nine favorite Saturday spots I had circled in addition to quick thoughts on seven other games on the docket. Those games include Alabama vs. Georgia, Duke vs. North Carolina, Baylor vs. BYU and a…
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Fresno State vs. UNLV Odds: How Spread Changed After UNLV QB Matthew Sluka’s Announcement
Matthew Sluka made a statement in the name of NIL integrity late on Tuesday night. The UNLV quarterback announced he would be sitting out the rest of the season with plans to enter the transfer portal citing unfulfilled financial commitments. “I committed to UNLV based on certain representations that were made to me, which were…
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College Football Odds & Predictions: Week 5 Total Bets for Michigan State vs. Ohio State, Indiana vs. Maryland
Week 5 of the college football season has some big games, but none are bigger than Saturday night in Tuscaloosa as Alabama hosts Georgia for a top-five showdown. From a total perspective, we now have enough data on each team to create a base of what their pace is going to be this year. That…
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McMurphy’s Law: How Nick Saban Changed the Lives of Steve Sarkisian, Lane Kiffin, Mario Cristobal & Others
Texas’ Steve Sarkisian, Ole Miss’ Lane Kiffin and Miami’s Mario Cristobal all have teams ranked in the top 10 this week. All have a legitimate shot at winning a national title. And all three wouldn’t be in this position if not for Nick Saban. The retired Alabama coach was not only the greatest college coach…
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Georgia vs Alabama, Louisville vs Notre Dame Lead Sharpest Week 5 College Football Picks
The biggest games of Week 5 are popping up everywhere in PRO Systems. Georgia vs. Alabama, Louisville vs. Notre Dame and Minnesota vs. Michigan lead the sharpest Week 5 college football picks from our backtested models. Each pick is carefully backed by specific, data-driven PRO Systems designed to maximize your betting success. Now, let’s delve…
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USC Football Odds Week 5
The college football world eagerly wants to see how USC will fare in Week 5. The Trojans faced a setback in Ann Arbor against Michigan last week, suffering their first loss of the season, which left them 2-1 overall and 2-1 against the spread (ATS). Now, they return home for their Big Ten debut vs.…
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Oregon Football Odds Week 5
The Oregon Ducks aim to keep their perfect season intact as they clash with UCLA in a highly-anticipated Big Ten showdown this Saturday. Despite being ranked No. 8 in the AP Top 25, Oregon’s performance out of the gates has been less than impressive as the Ducks narrowly escaped two early season upsets and are…
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Ole Miss Football Odds Week 5
As we head into Week 5 of the college football season, Ole Miss looks to maintain its perfect record with a highly anticipated SEC matchup against Kentucky. Head coach Lane Kiffin and Heisman contending quarterback Jaxson Dart are hot out the gates — and perhaps even exceeding public expectations. Impressively, Ole Miss is 4-0 against…
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Alabama Football Odds Week 5
As the Alabama Crimson Tide prepare to take on the Georgia Bulldogs this Saturday, bettors around the nation are gearing up for what many consider the biggest game of the year so far. While Alabama sits at No. 4 in the rankings, our expert college football projections reveal a bold stance on how the Crimson…
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Georgia Football Odds Week 5
The biggest showdown of the college football season is approaching for the Georgia Bulldogs in Week 5. Head coach Kirby Smart and his team are set to face off against the Alabama Crimson Tide this Saturday in Tuscaloosa. With Georgia ranked No. 2 and Alabama ranked No. 4, this SEC rivalry game isn’t just another…
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Iowa State Football Odds Week 5
Action PRO models disagree with the Iowa State football odds in Week 5 against Houston. Head coach Matt Campbell and the 18th-ranked Cyclones aim to stay perfect in their Saturday matchup against Houston. The Cyclones have already defeated rival Iowa this season and are coming off their most convincing win — a 52-7 victory —…
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UCF Football Odds Week 5
As Week 5 brings UCF back into action after a bye week, the Knights are set to host high-octane Colorado. UCF has been perfect this season thanks to a relentless offense, going 3-0 straight up and against the spread, while also hitting the over in all three games. With star players like KJ Jefferson and…
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Notre Dame Football Odds Week 5
Notre Dame has been a mixed bag so far this season, and the Fighting Irish’s football odds are once again in the spotlight as they prepare for a crucial matchup against undefeated Louisville this Saturday in Week 5 on Peacock. Both teams are ranked — Louisville at 15 and Notre Dame at 16 — setting the…
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Michigan Football Odds Week 5
As the No. 12 Michigan Wolverines come off their biggest win of the season against USC, Michigan football odds are once again under the microscope. The Wolverines are set to face Minnesota in their fifth straight home game. However, first-year Sherrone Moore and Co. started 0-3 against the spread this season before getting back on…
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Texas Football Odds Week 5
Texas football odds are a hot topic this season as the Longhorns continue to shatter expectations. After a dazzling debut by quarterback Arch Manning last week, Texas remains unbeaten, boasting a 4-0 record against the spread. As Week 5 approaches, the top-ranked Longhorns are set to host Mississippi State. Utilizing our PRO Systems, we’ve observed…
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College Football Playoff Futures, Picks: Do Ole Miss, Penn State Hold Value Ahead of Week 5?
We’re back for the second edition of what will be a regular column all the way until the 12-team College Football Playoff bracket is officially unveiled on Sunday, Dec., 8. We are in uncharted territory with 2024 marking the first year of an expanded postseason that will triple the number of schools that will have…
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2024 College Football Week 5 Betting Trends, Stats, Notes: Action Network Betting Primer
In 2024, we finally get our first top-five battle of the season with Georgia and Alabama, and some history on the line to pay attention to on the closing line. Let’s look at Week 5 college football action and go over the betting trends, stats and notes you need to know. Here’s the Action Network’s…
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Johnny Manziel Offered ‘Free Chicken Quesadillas for Life’ to Stay at Texas A&M
Marshall football coach Charles Huff made headlines in the lead-up to his team’s game against Ohio State last weekend by offering Buckeyes players “all-you-can-eat biscuits” if they were to transfer from Columbus to play for his Thundering Herd in Huntington, West Virginia. [twitterembed tweetid=”1836222607890260181″][/twitterembed] While the age of NIL deals for college athletes has certainly…
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Travis Hunter ‘Probably the Best Player in the Country,’ Says Heisman Voter Johnny Manziel
Two-way star Travis Hunter of the Colorado Buffaloes is probably the best player in college football. At least, according to Heisman Trophy winner (and Heisman voter) Johnny Manziel. The former Texas A&M star made his weekly appearance on “Johnny’s Intangibles” on Action Network’s BBOC YouTube Channel on Monday and discussed, among other things, Hunter’s chances…
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College Football Picks, Havoc Rankings for Week 5: Why Middle Tennessee vs Memphis is Best Havoc Bet
Our Havoc Rankings supplied a winning pick in Week 4 when looking at the best matchup from a reverse angle. Rutgers ranked as the top team in the nation in Havoc Allowed offensively, evading Virginia Tech‘s Havoc-inducing stop unit. The Hokies couldn’t snag an interception in 25 passes from Athan Kaliakmanis and also failed to…
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Conference Realignment Update: Recapping Chaotic Day for Gonzaga, Pac-12, Mountain West & AAC
For college football fans wondering what conference realignment would look like if they could speed date for new partners, Monday provided a real-time glimpse. And like most reality TV shows, it was part lovefest, part trainwreck, and you couldn’t look away. It started with Memphis, USF, UTSA and Tulane — all of which had offers…
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Louisville vs Notre Dame Spread Prediction for Week 5
One of the most compelling matchups in college football Week 5 features Notre Dame hosting Louisville in a Top 25 clash. With Notre Dame favored (-6) and the over/under at 48, it’s an ACC tilt rife with betting opportunities. Utilizing PRO Systems can tip the scales in our favor, particularly in matchups involving ranked teams.…
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Georgia vs Alabama Spread Prediction for Week 5
Week 5 of college football brings us the game of the year: No. 2 Georgia vs. No. 4 Alabama. Any game between the two SEC rivals is a must-watch, but this year’s clash carries additional significance as both teams are in the hunt for the national title. With Georgia favored by just -2 points, this…
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College Football National Championship Odds: Ohio State, Georgia Lead the Way
We’re a month into a new era of college football, in which the playoff field will expand from four to 12. The five highest-ranked conference champions, as well as the next seven highest-ranked teams, will make up the 12-team field. There’s no limit on how many teams from a single conference can qualify, nor is…
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College Football Bowl Projections for Week 5: Brett McMurphy’s Bowl Picks, College Football Playoff Predictions
In honor of Tennessee’s decision to increase next year’s ticket prices by 10% to pay the players, I, Brett McMurphy, pledge to put 10% more effort into this week’s bowl projections, one College Football Playoff under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. This week’s projections include some new teams in the College Football…
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Week 5 College Football Odds, Picks, Early Bets for Iowa State vs. Houston, Liberty vs. App State, More
Week 4 is in the books, and we saw plenty of highlights. Tennessee welcomed Oklahoma to the SEC with a big win in Norman, Utah toppled Oklahoma State in a Big 12 clash, and Michigan came from behind to beat USC in the Trojans’ inaugural Big Ten game. Ell eyes will undoubtedly be on Tuscaloosa…
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College Football Rankings: Brett McMurphy’s Week 5 AP Top 25 Poll Ballot vs. Betting Power Ratings
The top four on my Associated Press Top 25 ballot should look familiar. It’s the same as last week: No. 1 Georgia, followed by Texas, Ohio State and Alabama. The Bulldogs visit the Crimson Tide on Saturday, so that should shake things up in next week’s rankings. Action Network senior writer Collin Wilson also has…
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Colorado Mayhem: A Pair of Unbelievable Plays Seal Comeback for Buffaloes Bettors
Colorado arguably had the game of the year with one of the wildest finishes you will ever see. The Buffaloes entered Saturday’s matchup with Baylor as slight 2.5-point home favorites. Despite their penchant for failing to live up to their own hype, bettors have constantly backed Colorado and tonight was no different. According to Action…
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Northern Iowa vs Hawaii Prediction, Picks, Odds, NCAAF Betting Preview
There’s nothing like a little midnight football as we head to the middle of the Pacific Ocean where the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (1-2) host the Northern Iowa Panthers (2-1). Northern Iowa is racking up its miles as this will be the third week in a row on the road. It fell to the hands of…
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Kansas State vs. BYU Prediction, Picks, How to Watch & Betting Odds for College Football Week 4
We have a great matchup in what is now the Big 12 After Dark. The No. 13 ranked Kansas State Wildcats (3-0) will take on the BYU Cougars (3-0) under the lights at LaVell Edwards Stadium. The Kansas State Wildcats have opened up the season 3-0 and look to be genuine contenders for the Big…
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Buffalo Upsets Northern Illinois as Double-Digit Underdog
For the second time in Week 4 play, a double-digit underdog has pulled off a shocking road upset. Buffalo opened as 13.5-point (-110) underdogs against No. 23 Northern Illinois, who pulled off a stunning upset last week at Notre Dame. But this week, the Huskies found themselves on the wrong end of the story, with…
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Michigan Defeats USC in Thrilling Big Ten Opener
Despite a nervy second half, No. 18 Michigan outlasted No. 11 USC, 27-24, to win its Big Ten home opener on Saturday. The Wolverines opened as 8.5-point favorites, but the Trojans were favored by four points across several different books after Michigan coach Sherrone Moore announced that junior quarterback Alex Orji would start ahead of…
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Michigan State vs Boston College Prediction, Pick
Jonathan Smith’s Michigan State program heads to Chestnut Hill to take on Bill O’Brien and his Boston College Eagles, and the home team is favored by 6.5 points. There are some eerie similarities in this matchup — both teams have first-year head coaches and both teams already have surprising road wins against conference opponents under…
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Baylor vs. Colorado Prediction, Pick, How to Watch & Betting Odds for NCAAF Saturday
The Baylor Bears (2-1) will head to Boulder, Colorado, to rekindle an old Big 12 rivalry against the Colorado Buffaloes (2-1) this Saturday. This game is set to take place at Folsom Field at 8:00 p.m. ET on FOX. Colorado is a slight favorite with the line set at just 1.5. This game also has…
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ULM vs Texas Prediction and Pick for College Football Week 4
Although they’re 45-point favorites, Saturday is already among the most anticipated games for Longhorn fans in the past two decades (8 p.m. ET on SECN+ against ULM). Five-star quarterback prospect Arch Manning will make his first collegiate start with Quinn Ewers sidelined. Texas fans are predictably excited after Manning threw for 220 yards and four…
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BYU vs. Kansas State Odds, Pick & Prediction: A Cougars-Wildcats Parlay for September 21
BYU vs. Kansas State Odds [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/403115_byu.png” awayname=”BYU” awayslug=”byu-cougars” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/kstd.png” homename=”Kansas State” homeslug=”kansas-state-wildcats” date=”Saturday, September 21″ time=”10:30 p.m. ET” network=”ESPN” col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awaytext=”+6.5″ col1awayline=”-105″ col1hometext=”-6.5″ col1homeline=”-115″ col2awaytext=”49.5″ col2hometext=”49.5″ col2awayline=”-110o / -110u” col2homeline=”-110o / -110u” col3awaytext=”+215″ col3hometext=”-267″ col3awayline=”” col3homeline=”” bookname=”Caesars” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/463646_Caesars.png” bookreviewslug=”caesars”][/gamematchup] The Kansas State Wildcats enter this week 3-0 after a 31-7 victory…
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Tennessee vs. Oklahoma Odds, Picks, Predictions for NCAAF Week 4 Saturday
The No. 6 Tennessee Volunteers (3-0) and Josh Heupel head into Norman to face the No. 15 Oklahoma Sooners (3-0) and Brent Venables on Saturday night on ABC at 7:30 p.m. ET. The game is also streaming live on ESPN+, YouTube TV and other streaming platforms. Tennessee whalloped Kent State 71-0 in Week 3, easily…
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Portland State vs Boise State Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
Portland State (0-2) travels to the blue turf to take on Boise State (1-1) on Saturday, Sept. 21 in Week 4 nonconference action. The game kicks off at 9:45 p.m. ET and can be seen on FS1. Boise State is currently listed as a 41.5-point favorite with a total on this game set at 67.5.…
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Cal vs Florida State Prediction, Pick: Bears to Stay Perfect?
Florida State and California meet on Saturday (7 p.m. ET, ESPN2) for the first time on the gridiron as ACC foes. The Seminoles have had a disastrous start to the season, losing their first three games after finishing the regular season undefeated in 2023. Meanwhile, the Bears enter the contest with a perfect 3-0 mark…
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Iowa vs. Minnesota Prediction, Pick, How to Watch & Betting Odds for NCAAF Week 4
Iowa makes the short trip up north to take on Minnesota in the battle for the Floyd of Rosedale. The Hawkeyes rebounded from losing Iowa State by beating Troy 38-21 at home. Iowa has dominated Minnesota in this rivalry winning eight of the last nine meetings and has held the Gophers under 20 points in…
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James Madison Upsets North Carolina as Double-Digit Underdog
If any doubt lingered over James Madison’s status as an FBS program, they surely were put to rest this weekend. JMU pulled off a stunning 70-50 road upset against North Carolina in the highest-scoring game of the 2024 college football season so far. Halftime. Yes, halftime. JMU leads UNC 53-21 in one of the craziest…
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Georgia Southern vs Ole Miss Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
The Georgia Southern Eagles visit Oxford, Mississippi, to take on Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels in a southern matchup in Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. The Eagles enter this one following a blowout win against South Carolina State and are currently 2-1. The Rebels enter this one after dismantling Wake Forest in Winston-Salem and getting their matchup with…
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Purdue vs Oregon State Prediction and Pick for NCAAF Week 4
Purdue heads west to Corvallis, Oregon, to take on Oregon State on Saturday for an 8:30 p.m. ET start on The CW Network. Both of these teams suffered double-digit losses last week and are looking to bounce back after their worst performances of the young season. The Boilermakers are 5.5-point underdogs with a total that…
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Bowling Green vs Texas A&M Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
The Bowling Green Falcons (1-1) travel to College Station to take on the Texas A&M Aggies (2-1) at 7:30 p.m. ET on SECN+ on Saturday. This matchup is an interesting spot for the Aggies, as they’re coming home off a big win at Florida but have the rest of their SEC schedule ahead of them. As for…
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Fresno State vs New Mexico Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
The Fresno State Bulldogs head down to The Land of Enchantment to face the New Mexico Lobos. Fresno State will go down the New Mexico gauntlet after convincingly demolishing New Mexico State last week, 48-0. It’s been one heck of a week for the Bulldogs, announcing that they’ll be moving to the Pac-12 in 2026…
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Northwestern vs. Washington Prediction, Odds, Picks: Week 4 College Football Betting Preview
After a crushing Apple Cup loss, the Washington Huskies (2-1) get back on the field for their first Big Ten game on Saturday when they host the Northwestern Wildcats (2-1). This game kicks off at 7 p.m. ET on FS1. The Wildcats beat down Eastern Illinois, 31-7, in their last game. On the other side,…
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College Football Best Bets: Week 4 Evening Predictions for Oregon State-Purdue, Minnesota-Iowa on Sept. 21
College Football Best Bets: Week 4 Evening Predictions Game Time (ET) Pick [teammatchup link=”#1″ firstfullname=”Iowa Hawkeyes” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/iowd.png” secondfullname=”Minnesota Golden Gophers” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/min.png”][/teammatchup] 7:00 p.m. Minnesota ML (+120) [teammatchup link=”#2″ firstfullname=”Tulsa Golden Hurricane” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/tsa.png” secondfullname=”Louisiana Tech Bulldogs” secondlogo=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2021/11/2021-Louisiana-Tech-Logo-100.png”][/teammatchup] 7:00 p.m. Tulsa +3.5 (-120) [teammatchup link=”#3″ firstfullname=”Bowling Green Falcons” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/bgn.png” secondfullname=”Texas A&M Aggies” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/txam.png”][/teammatchup] 7:30 p.m. Bowling Green…
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College Football Odds, Spread, Over/Under for Oklahoma vs Tennessee
The No. 15 Oklahoma Sooners (3-0) host the No. 6 Tennessee Volunteers (3-0) to open SEC play at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC, streaming on YouTube TV and ESPN+. The Volunteers closed as consensus 6-favorites after opening at +3.5 earlier in the week, although the spread ranged from…
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Akron vs. South Carolina Prediction, Picks, How to Watch & Betting Odds for NCAAF Week 4
The South Carolina Gamecocks (2-1) play the Akron Zips (1-2) in Williams-Brice Stadium on Saturday, Sep. 21 at 12:o0 p.m. ET on ESPNU. The Gamecocks are coming off a three-point loss at the hands of LSU, 36-33. Meanwhile, the Zips beat Colgate last week after dropping their first two games of the season. South Carolina…
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East Carolina vs Liberty Prediction, Picks, Odds — Saturday 9/21
Liberty (3-0) and East Carolina (2-1) meet on Saturday night (6 p.m. ET, ESPN+) in Lynchburg, Virginia, for a pivotal matchup between Group of 5 programs. The Flames are looking to continue their long run of wins that started with a perfect season in 2023. Meanwhile, the Pirates dropped their first game of the year…
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Sources: UNLV, Utah State Emerge as Pac-12’s Top Expansion Targets if Conference Remains in Current Region
UNLV and Utah State are the top expansion targets for the Pac-12 if the league decides to add schools in its geographical footprint, sources told Action Network. UNLV and Utah State would give the Pac-12 six former Mountain West schools to join Oregon State and Washington State for the 2026 season. While the conference is…
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Michigan vs. USC Predictions, Picks, Odds, Spread, How to Watch, Best Bets
The No. 18 Michigan Wolverines (2-1) host the No. 11 USC Trojans (2-0) in Ann Arbor at 3:30 p.m. ET Saturday on CBS. The game is also streaming live on Paramount+, YouTube TV and other streaming platforms. USC is a -4.5 favorite over Michigan in the latest Week 4 college football odds, after the Michigan…
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Arizona State vs Texas Tech Prediction and Pick for NCAAF Week 4
On Saturday, Arizona State will kick off its Big 12 Conference era with a trip to Lubbock, Texas, to face off against Texas Tech (3:30 p.m. ET, FS1). The Sun Devils are off to a 3-0 start in the second season under Kenny Dillingham, which already matches their win total from last year. Arizona State…
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UCLA vs. LSU Prediction, Pick, How to Watch NCAAF Week 4 & Betting Odds
It still feels weird seeing a Big Ten-SEC matchup on the calendar that features the UCLA Bruins (1-1, 0-1 Big Ten) and LSU Tigers (2-1, 1-0 SEC), but that’s where we find ourselves with conference realignment in 2024. If not a compelling matchup on the field, fans will at least be treated to iconic Bruins…
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Utah vs Oklahoma State Prediction and Pick: How to Bet the Utes
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Tulsa vs. Louisiana Tech Prediction, Odds, Picks, How to Watch Saturday’s College Football Game
On Saturday night, we have an intriguing AAC/Conference USA clash between the Tulsa Golden Hurricane (1-2) and the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (1-1) at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Oklahoma State destroyed Tulsa last week, as the game was uncompetitive by the end of the first quarter. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs nearly pulled off an impressive upset…
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Toledo vs Western Kentucky Prediction, Picks, Odds, How to Watch NCAAF Week 4
The MAC meets Conference USA in Bowling Green, Kentucky, on Saturday, Sept. 21, when the Toledo Rockets (3-0) take on the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (2-1). Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. This matchup will be the first-ever meeting between these two programs, and oddsmakers are expecting a closely contested matchup. Toledo comes…
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FAU vs UConn Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
The Florida Atlantic Owls (1-2) travel north to take on the UConn Huskies (1-2) in a Saturday evening matchup (7 p.m. ET, CBS Sports Network) for the college football degenerates. FAU will look to continue its winning ways following a win over Florida International. The Owls are currently 1-2 straight up and 2-1 against the…
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New Mexico State vs Sam Houston Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
New Mexico State (1-2) hits the road for a second week in a row as they travel to Sam Houston State (2-1). The game kicks off at 7 p.m. ET and can be seen live on ESPN+. Sam Houston comes into this contest as a favorite of 16.5 points with a total on the game of…
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Buffalo vs Northern Illinois Prediction and Pick for College Football Week 4
Week 4 brings us a big MAC matchup between the Buffalo Bulls (2-1) and the Northern Illinois Huskies (2-0) at Huskie Stadium in DeKalb, Illinois (ESPN+ at 3:30 p.m. ET). The Bulls enter this one after a Week 3 blowout win against UMass. Meanwhile, the Huskies enter following a bye after they spoiled Notre Dame’s…
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Miami vs USF Prediction and Pick for College Football Week 4
We head to Tampa, where the USF Bulls (2-1) host the eighth-ranked Miami Hurricanes (3-0) at Raymond James Stadium. The Hurricanes are red hot this season behind the emergence of quarterback Cam Ward. Most recently, they dominated Ball State, winning 62-0. USF made waves for the second straight season by taking Alabama to the limit…
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College Football Predictions, Odds for No. 11 USC vs. No. 18 Michigan
The No. 11 USC Trojans (2-0) will kick off their first-ever Big Ten game against the No. 18 Michigan Wolverines (2-1) at the Big House on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. on CBS. USC vs. Michigan is also streaming live on Paramount+, YouTube TV and other streaming platforms. In the latest Week 4 college football odds,…
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Oklahoma State vs. Utah Odds, Pick, Prediction: Which Side Will Cover Cowboys-Utes Spread?
Welcome to our expert debate for college football Week 4 and our Oklahoma State vs Utah predictions and picks for which team will cover the spread. Throughout the 2024 college football season, our betting experts will preview the biggest marquee matchups and go back and forth on the cases for both teams to cover the…
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Arkansas State vs Iowa State Prediction and Pick for NCAAF Week 4
The Arkansas State Red Wolves (2-1) are on the road again in Week 4, traveling to face a Big 12 opponent, the Iowa State Cyclones (2-0), in Ames, Iowa, at Jack Trice Stadium. This follows a tough road loss in the Big House against the Michigan Wolverines in Ann Arbor, where the Red Wolves fell…
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Duke vs Middle Tennessee Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
Duke (3-0) plays Middle Tennessee State (1-2) on Saturday, September 21, at 4:00 p.m. ET. The game can be seen live on ESPNU. The Blue Devils have edged Northwestern, 26-20, and UConn, 26-21, in the last two games to remain undefeated. On the other side of the field, Middle Tennessee has lost two straight, getting…
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UTEP vs Colorado State Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
UTEP (0-3) travels to Fort Collins, Colorado, to play Colorado State (1-2). The game starts Saturday, September 21st at 5:00 p.m. ET and can be seen live on truTV. The Miners have lost to Liberty, Southern Utah and Nebraska this season, while the Rams are coming off a disappointing effort against rival Colorado. Colorado State…
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TCU vs SMU Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
Rivalry matchups in non-conference play are always fun, and the Iron Skillet game is no different. The TCU Horned Frogs (2-1) take on the SMU Mustangs (2-1) at 5 p.m. ET on The CW on Saturday, September 21. The Horned Frogs are coming off of a disappointing defeat at the hands of UCF, 35-34. Meanwhile,…
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Vanderbilt vs Missouri Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
The Vanderbilt Commodores (2-1) will travel to Columbia to take on the Missouri Tigers (3-0) in Memorial Stadium on Saturday at 4:15 p.m. ET on the SEC Network. Missouri is a 20-point home favorite in a game with an over/under of 53.5 points. The Tigers have climbed to No. 7 in the AP Top 25 Poll and…
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College Football Best Bets: Saturday Afternoon Week 4
Week 4 in college football continues on with a riveting afternoon slate that features No. 11 USC vs. No. 18 Michigan, No. 12 Utah vs. No. 14 Oklahoma State and No. 7 Missouri hosting Vanderbilt. But while those games will capture the nation’s attention, our NCAAF staff is looking for the best betting value. And…
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Tulane vs. Louisiana Predictions, Odds, Picks & How to Watch NCAAF Week 4
A pair of Group of Five conference contenders will have a bayou-flavored Interstate 10 clash in Week 4. The Tulane Green Wave (1-2) and Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (2-0) are set to kick from Cajun Field in a battle of conference supremacy between the Sun Belt and AAC on Saturday, Sept. 21 at 12 p.m. ET…
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James Madison vs UNC Prediction and Pick: Double-Digit Win Expected?
James Madison (2-0) travels to Chapel Hill, North Carolina, to take on North Carolina (3-0) on Saturday September 21. The game kicks off at 12:00 p.m. ET and can be seen live on ACC Network. In their last game, the Dukes won an ugly one against Gardner-Webb, 13-6. Meanwhile, on the other side, the Tar…
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NC State vs. Clemson Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for Colllege Football Saturday
The North Carolina State Wolfpack (2-1) head to Death Valley to take on the Clemson Tigers (1-1) for an ACC duel Saturday. The game starts at 12 p.m. ET and is on ABC and streaming on ESPN+, YouTube TV and other streaming platforms for college football Week 4. Clemson is a consensus 17.5-point favorite (Clemson -17.5) against…
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Charlotte vs Indiana Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
On Saturday, the Indiana Hoosiers (3-0) will take on the Charlotte 49ers (1-2) at 12 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network. Last week, Indiana participated in UCLA‘s first ever conference game as a member of the Big Ten. However, it wasn’t a very welcoming affair as the Bruins were beatdown, 42-13, in Pasadena, allowing the…
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Kansas vs West Virginia Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
The Kansas Jayhawks (1-2) go on the road this weekend to Milan Puskar Stadium to take on the West Virginia Mountaineers (1-2). This game is slated to take place at 12 p.m. ET in Morgantown and will air on ESPN2. The Jayhawks have lost back-to-back games against Illinois and UNLV by a combined nine points.…
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Youngstown State vs Pitt Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
Youngstown State (1-2) takes on Pittsburgh (3-0) on Saturday, September 21, at 3:30 p.m. ET on ACC Network Extra. The Panthers have beaten Kent State, Cincinnati and most recently, West Virginia, 38-34. Meanwhile, the Penguins are coming off a loss vs. Duquesne, 28-25. Pittsburgh is currently a 24-point favorite on the spread for this contest,…
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College Football Player Props Today: Week 4 Top Picks Include Arch Manning and Cam Rising
With Week 4 looming over our shoulders, another beautiful Saturday slate gives us another full slate of college football player props. Our staff came through with five picks for Texas’ Arch Manning, Utah’s Cam Rising, Arizona State’s Sam Leavitt, Louisville’s Ja’Corey Brooks and USF’s Sean Atkins. Here are our five favorite prop picks for Saturday, Sept.…
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Houston Christian vs UTSA Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
Houston Christian (1-2) will play UTSA (1-2) in the Alamodome on Saturday, September 21, at 3:30 p.m. ET. The game can be seen live on ESPN +. Houston Christian won 70-7 last week, but it was against LA College. Meanwhile, its opponent — the Roadrunners — was spanked by Texas, 56-7. The Roadrunners are 35.5-point…
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Florida vs. Mississippi State Prediction, Odds, Picks, How to Watch NCAAF Saturday
There’s something about a car wreck where you can’t help but stop and look. If that’s what you’re into, you’re in for a treat with Florida and Mississippi State at 12 p.m. ET on ESPN on Saturday. No coach is on a hotter seat than Florida’s Billy Napier. The Gators (1-2) have dropped seven consecutive games…
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Memphis vs Navy Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
Memphis and Navy look to continue their strong starts this weekend in an American Athletic Conference matchup on Saturday afternoon (3:30 p.m., CBS Sports Network). The Tigers have a perfect 3-0 record after securing a big win at Florida State in Week 3. Meanwhile, the Midshipmen won their two contests before their bye last week…
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Miami (OH) vs Notre Dame Prediction, Pick, How to Watch & Betting Odds
Notre Dame looks to build off its dominant win over Purdue when it hosts Miami (OH), and my Miami vs. Notre Dame prediction is below. Miami (OH) was the favorite to win the MAC this season, but it’s been a rough start. This is Chuck Martin’s 11th season in charge and Miami is coming off…
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Rutgers vs Virginia Tech Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
We’ve got an old-school Big East football matchup on tap on Saturday, as the Virginia Tech Hokies (2-1) will host the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (2-0). Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET on the ACC Network. The Knights are 2-0 after taking care of business against Howard and Akron. Meanwhile, the Hokies have rebounded nicely…
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College Football Previews, Odds, Betting Picks: How to Bet NCAAF Week 4 on Saturday, September 21
Week 4 of the college football season is going to be a fun one. Last week didn’t have many marquee matchups on the board, but that all changes this week with four Top 25 matchups, including three on Saturday. That’s where we come in. Our college football writers have come through with plenty of picks…
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Georgia Tech vs. Louisville Prediction, Pick, Odds & How to Watch NCAAF Week 4
The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and Louisville Cardinals will face off in an ACC battle at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium on Saturday. This game is set to take place at 3:30 p.m. ET in Louisville, Kentucky, and will air on ESPN2. The 2-0 Cardinals are 10.5-point favorites in their first true test of the…
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Kent State vs Penn State Predictions, Picks, Odds, How to Watch for College Football Saturday
The Penn State Nittany Lions (2-0) take on the Kent State Golden Flashes (0-3) in Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 3:30 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network. The Nittany Lions topped West Virginia in their first game before topping Bowling Green by seven points in their second outing. Meanwhile, the Flashes lost to…