Category: NCAAF

  • College Football Predictions Monday: Boston College vs Florida State Over/Under Pick

    College Football Predictions Monday: Boston College vs Florida State Over/Under Pick

    College football predictions don’t stop on a Monday, especially when it comes to the intriguing matchup between the Boston College Eagles and Florida State Seminoles, which wraps up Week 1. Monday’s ACC clash between the Eagles and Seminoles is also a situational masterclass which falls under a profitable betting trend we’ve been meticulously tracking. Florida…

  • Boston College vs. Florida State Parlay: 4-Pick SGP for Monday, Sep. 2

    Boston College vs. Florida State Parlay: 4-Pick SGP for Monday, Sep. 2

    Boston College vs. Florida State Same-Game Parlay, Picks Florida State Alt Spread -20.5 (+136) DJ Uiagalelei 2+ Passing Touchdowns (-158) Kye Robichaux 40+ Rushing Yards (-160) Roydell Williams 40+ Rushing Yards (-360) Remember to bet responsibly — this is a long shot for a reason. We all saw what happened last week. Florida State —…

  • College Football Picks, Odds: Early Week 2 Bets for Texas vs. Michigan, Eastern Michigan vs. Washington, More

    College Football Picks, Odds: Early Week 2 Bets for Texas vs. Michigan, Eastern Michigan vs. Washington, More

    Week 1 is in the books, and we saw plenty of headlines. Now, Week 2 has some monster games on the slate, starting with Texas traveling to Michigan for a top-10 showdown on Saturday. The goal of this weekly column is to find bets to make early in the week to get the best possible…

  • College Football Bowl Projections: Brett McMurphy’s Week 2 Predictions, College Football Playoff Picks

    College Football Bowl Projections: Brett McMurphy’s Week 2 Predictions, College Football Playoff Picks

    My preseason bowl projections were so “popular” that several people reached out. One friend suggested if I was confident Tennessee would play in the Las Vegas Bowl, as I projected, I should bet my entire 401(k) on Tennessee finishing with less than nine wins. Unfortunately, I’ve already put it all on Colorado to win the…

  • Johnny “Football” Manziel Picks His Heisman Favorites And Predicts The CFB Playoffs

    Johnny “Football” Manziel Picks His Heisman Favorites And Predicts The CFB Playoffs

    Joining the Action Network as a CFB analyst, Johnny Manziel has chosen his top three picks for the Heisman Trophy, along with who he thinks will be making the playoffs come postseason. Manziel spoke about how he likes Quinn Ewers for the Heisman Trophy and which teams he thinks will win the title game this…

  • Bad Beats From the First Week of College Football

    Bad Beats From the First Week of College Football

    Bad beats. It doesn’t take long to forget miracle hits, but those bad beats? They sting for quite a while. Week 1 of the college football season reminded us of just how crushing they can be with several notable ones costing the public dearly. _InlineAdBlock Sam Houston State vs. Rice: Over 48.5 The public loved…

  • USC vs. LSU Odds, Lines, Spread, Total, Prediction, Expert Picks, Best Bets for Week 1 Sunday

    USC vs. LSU Odds, Lines, Spread, Total, Prediction, Expert Picks, Best Bets for Week 1 Sunday

    USC vs. LSU Odds LSU closed as a 4-point favorite (-4) vs USC for Sunday night’s Week 1 game in Las Vegas. The closing line for the total was over/under 67 at most books. LSU was a -185 favorite to win on the moneyline, with USC +155 to pull off the upset. Point spread: LSU…

  • USC vs. LSU Prediction, Pick for Trojans-Tigers Spread

    USC vs. LSU Prediction, Pick for Trojans-Tigers Spread

    The USC Trojans and LSU Tigers — two Power Four programs with national titles since the turn of the century — will face off in an offensive-powered showdown from Las Vegas on Sunday. The 2024 Vegas Kickoff Classic will be live from Allegiant Stadium with coverage starting at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC. LSU is…

  • LSU vs USC Spread Pick, Prediction Sunday of College Football Week 1

    LSU vs USC Spread Pick, Prediction Sunday of College Football Week 1

    PRO Projections helped cash the biggest spread mismatch of the week Friday. For Sunday’s high-profile LSU vs. USC spread, we’re employing a unique strategy straight out of our stash of premium angles. Sunday’s LSU vs. USC spread prediction is all about utilizing PRO Systems. One of our college football betting trends, boasting a 58%-win rate,…

  • College Football Predictions Monday: Boston College vs Florida State Over/Under Pick

    College Football Predictions Monday: Boston College vs Florida State Over/Under Pick

    College football predictions don’t stop on a Monday, especially when it comes to the intriguing matchup between the Boston College Eagles and Florida State Seminoles, which wraps up Week 1. Monday’s ACC clash between the Eagles and Seminoles is also a situational masterclass which falls under a profitable betting trend we’ve been meticulously tracking. Florida…

  • Heisman Trophy Odds Changes: Cam Ward, Travis Hunter Stocks Skyrocket

    Heisman Trophy Odds Changes: Cam Ward, Travis Hunter Stocks Skyrocket

    The race for the most prestigious award in college sports is on. We’re only one week into the season but we’ve already seen movement in the Heisman Trophy market among this year’s frontrunners. So, let’s get started breaking down the contenders according to BetMGM and how they performed to kick off the 2024-2025 NCAA season.…

  • LSU vs USC Predictions, Picks: Experts Debate Which Team Will Cover the Spread

    LSU vs USC Predictions, Picks: Experts Debate Which Team Will Cover the Spread

    Welcome to our expert debate for College Football Week 1 and our LSU vs USC predictions and picks for which team will cover the spread, which is currently LSU -4 after being as high as LSU -6.5 earlier in the week. Throughout the 2024 college football season, our betting experts will preview the biggest marquee…

  • NC Central vs Alabama State Odds, Prediction: How to Bet Sunday’s FCS Clash

    NC Central vs Alabama State Odds, Prediction: How to Bet Sunday’s FCS Clash

    NC Central vs Alabama State Odds [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/ncc.png” awayname=”NC Central” awayslug=”north-carolina-central-eagles” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/alast.png” homename=”Alabama State” homeslug=”alabama-state-hornets” date=”Sunday, Sept. 1″ time=”3 p.m. ET” network=”ESPN” col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awaytext=”-3.5″ col1awayline=”-110″ col1hometext=”+3.5″ col1homeline=”-110″ col2awaytext=”47.5″ col2hometext=”47.5″ col2awayline=”-110 / -110″ col2homeline=”-110 / -110″ col3awaytext=”-165″ col3hometext=”+140″ col3awayline=”” col3homeLine=”” bookname=”FanDuel” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/880927_FanDuel1.png” bookreviewslug=”fanduel”][/gamematchup] NC Central vs Alabama State Point Spread: NC Central -3.5 (-110) · Alabama State +3.5 (-110) NC Central vs Alabama State Total: Over/Under 47.5…

  • Alabama State vs North Carolina Central Prediction, Odds for Sunday

    Alabama State vs North Carolina Central Prediction, Odds for Sunday

    LSU vs. USC is the only game on Sunday’s college football schedule? Not so fast my friend! LSU vs. USC is the only FBS game on Sunday’s college football schedule, but let’s not forget about Alabama State vs North Carolina Central, which kicks off at 3 p.m. ET. In addition, Alabama State vs North Carolina…

  • Wyoming vs Arizona State Odds, Lines, Predictions, Best Bets, Expert Picks for College Football Week 1

    Wyoming vs Arizona State Odds, Lines, Predictions, Best Bets, Expert Picks for College Football Week 1

    Wyoming vs. Arizona State Preview Wyoming vs Arizona State is scheduled for a 10:30 p.m. ET kickoff on FS1 Saturday night, in the season opener for both teams. The Sun Devils are -6.5 or -7 against the Cowboys, depending on the sportsbook, meaning Arizona State is favored by more or less a touchdown. There is…

  • Weber State vs. Washington Prediction: Our Pick for Saturday’s College Football Nightcap

    Weber State vs. Washington Prediction: Our Pick for Saturday’s College Football Nightcap

    We have another FBS vs. FCS bout. This time, the Weber State Wildcats will travel to Seattle to take on the Washington Huskies. Weber State is an unspectacular program that went 6-5 last season and dealt with identity troubles. However, the Wildcats hope for better luck on the injury front and improved quarterback play. We…

  • New Mexico vs Arizona Preview: Odds, Lines, Best Bets, Expert Picks for College Football Week 1

    New Mexico vs Arizona Preview: Odds, Lines, Best Bets, Expert Picks for College Football Week 1

    New Mexico vs. Arizona Preview New Mexico vs Arizona kicks off at 10:30 p.m. ET on Saturday live from Tucson, Arizona, on ESPN. It’s the first game of the 2024 college football season for both teams. No. 21 Arizona is currently -28.5, meaning the Wildcats are favored by over four touchdowns. That line has been…

  • College Football Weather Saturday: Week 1 Picks from Overs-Only System

    College Football Weather Saturday: Week 1 Picks from Overs-Only System

    One of the biggest myths of betting college football weather is that every single element related to ‘weather’ automatically favors defenses and lowers scores. Reality is, in fact, quite the opposite. For instance, seven games on Saturday of Week 1 will have impactful weather conditions from a betting perspective. None of them feature rain, wind,…

  • A Stunning College Football Prediction Edge for Wyoming vs. Arizona State in Week 1

    A Stunning College Football Prediction Edge for Wyoming vs. Arizona State in Week 1

    Action PRO’s spread and over/under projections are live for Week 1, allowing bettors to lock in the smartest college football predictions right now. There are some huge matchups on the Week 1 slate, but big games don’t always mean big value. In fact, it’s a Wyoming vs. Arizona State spread betting edge for Saturday (10:30…

  • College Football Picks Tonight: Weber State vs Washington Over/Under Best Bet

    College Football Picks Tonight: Weber State vs Washington Over/Under Best Bet

    Experts and sharps have a clear read on the Weber State vs. Washington over/under tonight in the last game of Week 1. Our college football analysts are on a play, and smart bets back it up. Weber State and Washington gear up for their season opener. Washington enters the contest as a strong favorite, laying…

  • Texas A&M Aggies vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Parlay: 3 Picks for Our Week 1 College Football SGP

    Texas A&M Aggies vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Parlay: 3 Picks for Our Week 1 College Football SGP

    Texas A&M Aggies vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Parlay Alternate Over 47.5 (+108) Jeremiyah Love Under 55.5 Rushing Yards (-115) Texas A&M -2.5 (-120) Remember to bet responsibly — this is a long shot for a reason. Folks, we made it. The college football season is officially underway, and with it comes the first prime-time…

  • Notre Dame vs. Texas A&M Preview for Week 1 — 8/31

    Notre Dame vs. Texas A&M Preview for Week 1 — 8/31

    Notre Dame vs. Texas A&M Preview Notre Dame vs Texas A&M kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday live from College Station, Texas, on ABC and ESPN+. It’s the first game of the 2024 college football season for both teams. No. 20 Texas A&M is currently -2.5 or -3, depending on the sportsbook, meaning…

  • Fresno State vs. Michigan Odds, Lines, Expert Pick, Best Bet for College Football Week 1

    Fresno State vs. Michigan Odds, Lines, Expert Pick, Best Bet for College Football Week 1

    [subheader sizedown=”false” text=”Fresno State vs Michigan Preview” center=”true” logo1url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/fre.png” link1=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/fresno-state-bulldogs” link1follow=”false” logo2url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/mich.png” link2=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/michigan-wolverines” link2follow=”false”][/subheader] Fresno State vs. Michigan kicks off on Saturday, Aug. 31, at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC. Michigan enters as a -21 favorite, while the over/under sits at 45.5. Our best bet for Fresno State-Michigan comes on the spread, specifically Fresno State…

  • Idaho vs Oregon Odds, Picks: A Saturday Night Prediction

    Idaho vs Oregon Odds, Picks: A Saturday Night Prediction

    Idaho vs Oregon Odds Oregon closed as a 49.5-point favorite against Idaho in Week 1. The Ducks were such big favorites in the Idaho vs Oregon odds that most sportsbooks did not even post a line for odds on Idaho to pull off the upset. [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/ida.png” awayname=”Idaho” awayslug=”idaho-vandals” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/ore.png” homename=”Oregon” homeslug=”oregon-ducks” date=”Saturday, Aug. 31″ time=”7:30 p.m.…

  • UNLV vs. Houston Odds, Prediction: Our Top Bet for Saturday Evening

    UNLV vs. Houston Odds, Prediction: Our Top Bet for Saturday Evening

    UNLV vs. Houston Odds [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2021/11/2021-UNLV-Rebels-Logo-100.png” awayname=”UNLV” awayslug=”unlv-rebels” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/hou.png” homename=”Houston” homeslug=”houston-cougars” date=”Saturday, Aug. 31″ time=”7 p.m. ET” network=”FS1″ col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awaytext=”+3.5″ col1awayline=”-115″ col1hometext=”-3.5″ col1homeline=”-105″ col2awaytext=”55.5″ col2hometext=”55.5″ col2awayline=”-118 / -104″ col2homeline=”-118 / -104″ col3awaytext=”+135″ col3hometext=”-160″ col3awayline=”” col3homeLine=”” bookname=”BetMGM” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/902516_MGM2.png” bookreviewslug=”betmgm”][/gamematchup] One of the more interesting matchups in Week 1 takes place in Houston when…

  • Saturday College Football Best Bets: NCAAF Week 1 Evening Picks

    Saturday College Football Best Bets: NCAAF Week 1 Evening Picks

    Saturday College Football Best Bets: Evening Picks Game Time (ET) Pick [teammatchup link=”#1″ firstfullname=”Nevada Wolf Pack” firstlogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/258546_NevadaWP.png” secondfullname=”Troy Trojans” secondlogo=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2021/11/2021-Troy-Trojans-Logo-100.png”][/teammatchup] 7 p.m. Under 45.5 [teammatchup link=”#2″ firstfullname=”UCLA Bruins” firstlogo=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2023/07/ucla-bruins-logo-updated-2023.png” secondfullname=”Hawaii Warriors” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/haw.png”][/teammatchup] 7:30 p.m. Hawaii Team Total Over 19.5 [teammatchup link=”#3″ firstfullname=”Fresno State Bulldogs” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/fre.png” secondfullname=”Michigan Wolverines” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/mich.png”][/teammatchup] 7:30 p.m. Fresno State +21 [teammatchup link=”#4″…

  • College Football Betting Strategies: Key Week 1 Angles

    College Football Betting Strategies: Key Week 1 Angles

    College football PRO Systems are up and activated for Week 1. Below, you’ll unlock access to a bunch of different college football betting strategies and, at the time of writing, 12 picks for the first big weekend of 2024. All our PRO Systems are historically profitable trends, which account for important data and betting variables…

  • Georgia State vs Georgia Tech Prediction for Today, August 31

    Georgia State vs Georgia Tech Prediction for Today, August 31

    It didn’t take long for a double-digit underdog to upset the college football applecart. In the very first game of the 2024 season, Georgia Tech beat Florida State in Dublin, starting its new campaign off with the bang. But that is now in the rearview as Georgia Tech readies itself for Saturday’s matchup with Georgia…

  • Notre Dame vs Texas A&M Spread Pick: This Side Has Edge

    Notre Dame vs Texas A&M Spread Pick: This Side Has Edge

    Based on on past situations, we know which side has typically covered the Notre Dame vs. Texas A&M spread, and that gives up an edge in Saturday night’s Week 1 primetime game. And it’s one of the most high-profile betting trends in PRO. Notre Dame vs. Texas A&M features two teams graded inside the Top…

  • UCLA vs Hawaii Prediction and Odds for College Football Week 1 — 8/31

    UCLA vs Hawaii Prediction and Odds for College Football Week 1 — 8/31

    The UCLA Bruins open their season with a trip to the island to take on the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors on Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET on CBS. Let’s dive into my UCLA vs Hawaii prediction. [subheader sizedown=”false” text=”UCLA vs Hawaii Prediction” center=”true” logo1url=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2023/07/ucla-bruins-logo-updated-2023.png” link1=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/ucla-bruins” link1follow=”true” logo2url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/haw.png” link2=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/hawaii-warriors” link2follow=”true”][/subheader] UCLA vs Hawaii Prediction & Pick:…

  • Houston Christian vs SMU Prediction, Odds & Pick: Expect a Blowout?

    Houston Christian vs SMU Prediction, Odds & Pick: Expect a Blowout?

    The SMU Mustangs avoided a scare on Saturday night in Reno as they escaped with a one-point victory over the Nevada Wolf Pack. The Ponies were trailing by 13 in the fourth quarter but entered the game as four-touchdown favorites. The Houston Christian Huskies now travel to Dallas looking to build on their best season in…

  • UCLA vs Hawaii Over/Under is PRO Projections Top Week 1 College Football Pick

    UCLA vs Hawaii Over/Under is PRO Projections Top Week 1 College Football Pick

    The UCLA vs. Hawaii over/under is PRO Projections top Week 1 college football pick. The stage is set for an exciting non-conference showdown. Although Hawaii typically hosts teams late on the island, this will be a 7:30 p.m. ET start on Saturday, August 31. With DeShaun Foster at the helm in his first season as…

  • James Madison vs Charlotte Odds, Prediction: Our Pick for Saturday Night’s G5 Showdown

    James Madison vs Charlotte Odds, Prediction: Our Pick for Saturday Night’s G5 Showdown

    James Madison vs Charlotte Odds [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/jmu_n.png” awayname=”James Madison” awayslug=”james-madison-dukes” homelogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/316938_charlotte.png” homename=”Charlotte” homeslug=”charlotte-49ers” date=”Saturday, Aug. 31″ time=”8 p.m. ET” network=”ESPNU” col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awaytext=”-7″ col1awayline=”-110″ col1hometext=”+7″ col1homeline=”-110″ col2awaytext=”47.5″ col2hometext=”47.5″ col2awayline=”-115o / -105u” col2homeline=”-115o / -105u” col3awaytext=”-270″ col3hometext=”+220″ col3awayline=”” col3homeLine=”” bookname=”FanDuel” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/880927_FanDuel1.png” bookreviewslug=”fanduel”][/gamematchup] Point Spread: James Madison -7 (-110) · Charlotte +7 (-110) Total: Over/Under 47.5 Moneyline: James…

  • Georgia State vs Georgia Tech Odds, Prediction: NCAAF Betting Preview for August 31

    Georgia State vs Georgia Tech Odds, Prediction: NCAAF Betting Preview for August 31

    The story of Week 0 was Georgia Tech‘s upset win in Ireland over Florida State. The Yellow Jackets now head back home to Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta to face their crosstown foe, Georgia State, at 8:00 pm ET on ACC Network. Did the week zero win signal that Georgia Tech will be a force…

  • Southern Miss vs Kentucky Pick, Prediction and Odds for NCAAF Week 1

    Southern Miss vs Kentucky Pick, Prediction and Odds for NCAAF Week 1

    Kentucky welcomes Southern Miss to Kroger Field on Saturday for the 7:45 p.m. ET kickoff on SEC Network to open the season. The Wildcats had another steady year under veteran head coach Mark Stoops in 2023, and they’re set up for another trip to a bowl by bringing back an experienced roster. Meanwhile, the Golden…

  • Nevada vs Troy Odds, Prediction: NCAAF Betting Guide for August 31

    Nevada vs Troy Odds, Prediction: NCAAF Betting Guide for August 31

    Nevada vs Troy Odds [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/258546_NevadaWP.png” awayname=”Nevada” awayslug=”nevada-wolf-pack” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/try.png” homename=”Troy” homeslug=”troy-trojans” date=”Saturday, Aug. 31″ time=”7 p.m. ET” network=”ESPN+” col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awaytext=”+7.5″ col1awayline=”-110″ col1hometext=”-7.5″ col1homeline=”-110″ col2awaytext=”44.5″ col2hometext=”44.5″ col2awayline=”-108o / -112u” col2homeline=”-108o / -112u” col3awaytext=”+235″ col3hometext=”-290″ col3awayline=”” col3homeline=”” bookname=”DraftKings” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/364880_Draftkings.png” bookreviewslug=”draftkings”][/gamematchup] The Nevada Wolf Pack surprised the nation last Saturday, nearly pulling off an impeccable…

  • Sam Houston vs Rice Prediction and Odds — 8/31

    Sam Houston vs Rice Prediction and Odds — 8/31

    Opening the season with an in-state matchup, Rice and Sam Houston State meet in Houston on Saturday night. The Owls have reached back-to-back bowl games for the first time since the 2013-14 campaigns and brought in a talented transfer quarterback in the portal. Meanwhile, the Bearkats’ first season in the FBS did not go to…

  • Akron vs Ohio State Preview, Prediction, Odds: Buckeyes to Win Big?

    Akron vs Ohio State Preview, Prediction, Odds: Buckeyes to Win Big?

    [subheader sizedown=”false” text=”Akron vs Ohio State Preview” center=”true” logo1url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/akr.png” link1=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/akron-zips” link1follow=”false” logo2url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/osu.png” link2=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/ohio-state-buckeyes” link2follow=”false”][/subheader] With their sights set on a national title, the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes begin their fateful 2024 season with an in-state opponent. The Akron Zips head down Interstate 71 to take on the Buckeyes in the Horseshoe for the first time since…

  • Up-to-Date FCS Odds, Picks, Big Bets and Line Movement Saturday of College Football Week 1

    Up-to-Date FCS Odds, Picks, Big Bets and Line Movement Saturday of College Football Week 1

    I’m accomplishing two things Saturday for the opening weekend of college football: going low and slow on a pulled pork, and providing up-to-date FCS odds, picks and line movement Saturday of college football Week 1. If it involves an FCS team and super sharp bets, it’s getting covered. No ifs, ands or buts. Speaking of…

  • UTEP vs Nebraska Prediction and Odds for Week 1 — 8/31

    UTEP vs Nebraska Prediction and Odds for Week 1 — 8/31

    The UTEP Miners will travel to Lincoln, Nebraska, to battle the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium this weekend. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET on FOX on Saturday. Dylan Raiola, Matt Rhule and Nebraska will look to begin what should be an impressive season with a big win. Will they be able to cover the…

  • Colorado State vs Texas Odds, Pick: Will Longhorns Roll in New Era?

    Colorado State vs Texas Odds, Pick: Will Longhorns Roll in New Era?

    Colorado State vs Texas Odds [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/csu.png” awayname=”Colorado State Rams” awayslug=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/colorado-state-rams” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/tex.png” homename=”Texas Longhorns” homeslug=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/texas-longhorns” date=”Saturday, Aug. 31″ time=”3:30 p.m. ET” network=”ESPN” col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awayText=”+35″ col1awayLine=”-108″ col1homeText=”-35″ col1homeLine=”-112″ col2awayText=”60.5″ col2homeText=”60.5″ col2awayLine=”-112o / -108u” col2homeLine=”-112o / -108u” col3awayText=”+3500″ col3homeText=”-20000″ col3awayLine=”” col3homeLine=”” bookname=”DraftKings” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/364880_Draftkings.png” bookreviewslug=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/online-sports-betting/reviews/draftkings”][/gamematchup] This match-up with the Colorado State Rams marks multiple new beginnings for the Texas…

  • College Football SGP Pick for Notre Dame vs Texas A&M on Saturday, August 31

    College Football SGP Pick for Notre Dame vs Texas A&M on Saturday, August 31

    There are 82 lined games on Saturday’s Week 1 slate, meaning there are 82 opportunities for bettors to make college football SGP picks. Let’s face it: College football SGP’s are fun and if you’re going to bet them, you may as well include correlated legs with value. A simple example of correlated legs is if…

  • College Football FCS Predictions: Spread, Over/Under Picks Saturday Week 1

    College Football FCS Predictions: Spread, Over/Under Picks Saturday Week 1

    We’ve been utilizing Bet Labs to guide us to better FCS predictions all week. Today, sharp money is betting on two picks Saturday of Week 1: Charleston Southern and The Citadel, and Northern Colorado vs. Incarnate Word. Our analysis has tracked a big move on the Charleston Southern vs. The Citadel over/under, providing a clearer…

  • Florida vs. Miami Odds, Lines, Best Bet, Expert Pick for Week 1 Showdown

    Florida vs. Miami Odds, Lines, Best Bet, Expert Pick for Week 1 Showdown

    Florida vs. Miami Preview Preseason expectations have the Florida Gators and Miami Hurricanes heading in opposite directions, which gives us an opportunity to make a Florida vs. Miami prediction. A victory in the Seminole War Canoe Trophy game will jump-start a 2024 season in which nearly every Power Four program in the state of Florida…

  • NCAAF Best Bets: Expert Picks for Saturday Afternoon’s College Football Games

    NCAAF Best Bets: Expert Picks for Saturday Afternoon’s College Football Games

    NCAAF Best Bets: Afternoon Picks Game Time (ET) Pick [teammatchup link=”#1″ firstfullname=”Colorado State Rams” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/csu.png” secondfullname=”Texas Longhorns” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/tex.png”][/teammatchup] 3:30 p.m. Over 59.5 [teammatchup link=”#2″ firstfullname=”UTEP Miners” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/tep.png” secondfullname=”Nebraska Cornhuskers” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/neb.png”][/teammatchup] 3:30 p.m. Over 47.5 [teammatchup link=”#3″ firstfullname=”UTEP Miners” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/tep.png” secondfullname=”Nebraska Cornhuskers” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/neb.png”][/teammatchup] 3:30 p.m. Over 47.5 [teammatchup link=”#4″ firstfullname=”Old Dominion Monarchs” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/odu.png” secondfullname=”South Carolina Gamecocks”…

  • Furman vs Ole Miss Prediction & Odds for College Football Week 1

    Furman vs Ole Miss Prediction & Odds for College Football Week 1

    The Ole Miss Rebels take on the Furman Paladins in Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 7:00 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Ole Miss enters this Week 1 contest as a -42 favorite on the spread, while the total sits at 60.5. So, where’s the betting value? Let’s dive into my Furman vs. Ole Miss…

  • Kennesaw State vs UTSA Prediction & Odds for Week 1

    Kennesaw State vs UTSA Prediction & Odds for Week 1

    Kennesaw State takes on UTSA in its first ever game as an FBS member on Saturday, August 31 at 3:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Here’s my Kennesaw State vs. UTSA prediction and pick. [subheader sizedown=”false” text=”Kennesaw State vs UTSA Prediction” center=”true” logo1url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/kenn.png” link1=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/kennesaw-state-owls” link1follow=”true” logo2url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/utsa.png” link2=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/utsa-roadrunners” link2follow=”true”][/subheader] Kennesaw State vs. UTSA Pick: UTSA -24.5 Click here to…

  • FIU vs Indiana Prediction & Pick for NCAAF Week 1

    FIU vs Indiana Prediction & Pick for NCAAF Week 1

    Indiana moved on from Tom Allen after three straight losing seasons and went down to Harrisonburg to pluck Curt Cignetti from James Madison. The long-time coach will finally get his shot at a Power 4 school, and all he has done is win at every stop. He started his head coaching career in 2011 at…

  • North Dakota vs Iowa State Prediction, Pick for Week 1 Game

    North Dakota vs Iowa State Prediction, Pick for Week 1 Game

    On Saturday, August 31, 2024, we head to Ames, Iowa, where the Iowa State Cyclones will host the North Dakota Fighting Hawks in a Week 1 matchup. This is the fourth straight season the Cyclones have started their season against an FCS opponent. They usually take care of business outside of an outlier loss in 2016…

  • Portland State vs Washington State Prediction, Pick, and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, August 31

    Portland State vs Washington State Prediction, Pick, and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, August 31

    The Portland State Vikings take on the Washington State Cougars on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 3 p.m. on The CW. Portland State finished last season 5-6 (4-4) and will look to keep things close when it heads to Pullman. Washington State, meanwhile, went 5-7, including a 2-7 mark in the final season of the Pac-12.…

  • Miami (OH) vs Northwestern Prediction, Odds and Pick for Saturday, August 31

    Miami (OH) vs Northwestern Prediction, Odds and Pick for Saturday, August 31

    A fascinating matchup is set to occur on Saturday afternoon with a clash between the MAC and Big Ten. The reigning champions of the MAC, the Miami (OH) RedHawks, travel to Northwestern on Saturday to take on the Wildcats at 3:30 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network. Given the dismissal of former head coach Pat…

  • Cincinnati vs Towson Prediction, Pick and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, Aug. 31

    Cincinnati vs Towson Prediction, Pick and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, Aug. 31

    It’s Year 2 of the Scott Satterfield experience for the Cincinnati Bearcats, who kick off their 2024 season on Saturday (2:30 p.m. ET, ESPN+) at home against the FCS Towson Tigers. The Bearcats are massive 30.5-point favorites, with a total set at 53.5. Meanwhile, the Tigers are coming off a 5-6 2023 season. There’s a…

  • Johnny Manziel’s College Football Week 1 Picks: Bets, GameDay Picks

    Johnny Manziel’s College Football Week 1 Picks: Bets, GameDay Picks

    It’s official — Johnny Manziel is part of the Action Network family. And every week this 2024 college football season, Manziel will be sharing his college football picks and previewing the biggest games on the slate, as well as joining the “Big Bets on Campus” college football expert betting podcast, when it airs live on…

  • Clemson vs Georgia Prediction and Pick for NCAAF Week 1

    Clemson vs Georgia Prediction and Pick for NCAAF Week 1

    Two of the best programs over the past eight seasons are set to kick off Week 1 Saturday in Mercedes-Benz Stadium — the same venue that will host the National Championship game — and we have my Clemson vs. Georgia predictions and my expert college football Week 1 picks for this game between the No.…

  • Delaware State vs Sacred Heart Prediction, Pick, Odds Saturday of College Football Week 1

    Delaware State vs Sacred Heart Prediction, Pick, Odds Saturday of College Football Week 1

    We’ve been utilizing Bet Labs to guide us to better FCS picks all week. Today, sharp action and big money are pouring in on a Delaware State vs. Sacred Heart prediction. In this matchup, we see a classic pros vs. joes scenario, where the majority of tickets are on one side, but the money tells…

  • FCS Best Bets, Picks: How to Bet Central Arkansas vs. Arkansas State, Davidson vs Georgetown, More

    FCS Best Bets, Picks: How to Bet Central Arkansas vs. Arkansas State, Davidson vs Georgetown, More

    There are so many college football games in Week 1 involving two FBS teams, FBS vs FCS teams and FCS-only competition. Here at Action Network, we are committed to giving you the Skinny on as many of those games as possible, so you can get in on the action. Ultimately, some games receive more coverage…

  • Penn State vs West Virginia Prediction: Odds, Pick for Saturday’s Week 1 Showdown

    Penn State vs West Virginia Prediction: Odds, Pick for Saturday’s Week 1 Showdown

    Penn State opens up its season making the short trip to Morgantown for a rivalry game against West Virginia. Penn State has a lot of expectations coming into this season as it has a loaded team looking to get to the College Football Playoff. There are coordinator changes on both sides of the ball for…

  • Week 1 College Football Predictions: Collin Wilson’s Top Picks for Saturday’s NCAAF Games

    Week 1 College Football Predictions: Collin Wilson’s Top Picks for Saturday’s NCAAF Games

    Week 1 College Football Predictions Game Time (ET) Pick [teammatchup link=”#1″ firstfullname=”Arkansas Pine Bluff Golden Lions” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/apb.png” secondfullname=”Arkansas Razorbacks” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/ark.png”][/teammatchup] 7:30 p.m. 1H Over 31 [teammatchup link=”#2″ firstfullname=”North Carolina Tar Heels” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/nc.png” secondfullname=”Minnesota Golden Gophers” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/min.png”][/teammatchup] 8 p.m. UNC ML -130 [teammatchup link=”#3″ firstfullname=”TCU Horned Frogs” firstlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/tcud.png” secondfullname=”Stanford Cardinal” secondlogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/sta.png”][/teammatchup] 10:30 p.m. Stanford +9 [teammatchup…

  • College Football Picks, Odds, Betting Previews: How to Bet Week 1 on August 31

    College Football Picks, Odds, Betting Previews: How to Bet Week 1 on August 31

    Ninety-six college football games over five days. This is what we’ve been waiting for over the last 8.5 months. Week 1 is here. And what makes watching 96 college football games even better? Winning money while watching then. That’s where we come in. Our writers have come through with plenty of picks for the first…

  • Illinois State vs Iowa Prediction and College Football Odds

    Illinois State vs Iowa Prediction and College Football Odds

    The Iowa Hawkeyes take on the Illinois State Redbirds in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 31, at 12 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network. Iowa enters this Week 1 contest as a 22.5-point favorite on the spread, while the total sits at 41. Let’s dive into my Iowa vs Illinois State prediction for Saturday’s Week…

  • Vanderbilt vs. Virginia Tech Prediction, Pick for Commodores-Hokies Spread

    Vanderbilt vs. Virginia Tech Prediction, Pick for Commodores-Hokies Spread

    When building offseason hype and momentum in college football, it’s not how you start but how you finish — especially when you bring back heaps of returning production. Well, Virginia Tech certainly checks all of those boxes. The Hokies come into the 2024 season with plenty of hype as a legitimate sleeper in the ACC,…

  • Old Dominion vs South Carolina Prediction, Pick, and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, August 31

    Old Dominion vs South Carolina Prediction, Pick, and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, August 31

    Shane Beamer’s South Carolina program starts off the 2024 season against Ricky Rahne’s Old Dominion Monarchs. The spread sits at 21, as the SEC program has the large talent advantage over the Sun Belt outfit. But Old Dominion was a close-game-darling last year, running the veer-and-shoot offense, college football’s high-octane cheat code offense made popular…

  • Boise State vs Georgia Southern Prediction, Pick, Odds and NCAAF Game Preview for Saturday, August 31

    Boise State vs Georgia Southern Prediction, Pick, Odds and NCAAF Game Preview for Saturday, August 31

    The Boise State Broncos are one of the best teams in the Group of Five and start the season with a tough test as they travel to take on the Georgia Southern Eagles. Kickoff is set for 4:00 pm ET this Saturday on ESPNU. It’s expected to be 93 degrees in Statesboro, Georgia, for this…

  • South Dakota State vs Oklahoma State Predictions, Odds and College Football Picks — 8/31/2024

    South Dakota State vs Oklahoma State Predictions, Odds and College Football Picks — 8/31/2024

    The Oklahoma State Cowboys take on the South Dakota State Jackrabbits in Boone Pickens Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 31 at 2:00 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Oklahoma State enters this Week 1 contest as a -9.5 favorite on the spread, while the over/under sits at 53.5. So, where’s the betting value? Let’s dive into my Oklahoma…

  • West Virginia vs Penn State Parlay: 5 Same-Game Parlay Picks for Saturday, August 31

    West Virginia vs Penn State Parlay: 5 Same-Game Parlay Picks for Saturday, August 31

    On Saturday afternoon, the Penn State Nittany Lions hit the road to battle the West Virginia Mountaineers. The Nittany Lions enter the season ranked No. 8 in the AP Poll. Meanwhile, West Virginia was picked to finish seventh in the Big 12 preseason media poll. It will be looking to build off a 9-4 2023 season…

  • Penn State vs West Virginia Over/Under Pick for College Football Saturday

    Penn State vs West Virginia Over/Under Pick for College Football Saturday

    The Penn State vs. West Virginia over/under is several points off the number we are projecting for college football Saturday. With the help of our proprietary betting data, PRO Projections uncover the best college football picks. In this preview, we’ll focus on the season opener between Penn State and West Virginia, showcasing the advantage of…

  • Ohio Bobcats vs Syracuse Orange Prediction & Odds for Week 1

    Ohio Bobcats vs Syracuse Orange Prediction & Odds for Week 1

    Syracuse and Ohio meet at the JMA Wireless Dome on Saturday afternoon in the 2024 season opener for both programs. This matchup will begin at 3:30 p.m. ET on ACC Network. Let’s get to my Ohio Bobcats vs. Syracuse Orange prediction. [subheader sizedown=”false” text=”Ohio vs Syracuse Prediction” center=”true” logo1url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/ohi.png” link1=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/ohio-bobcats” link1follow=”true” logo2url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/syr.png” link2=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/syracuse-orange” link2follow=”true”][/subheader] Ohio…

  • Indiana State vs. Purdue Odds, Pick: How to Bet In-State NCAAF Clash

    Indiana State vs. Purdue Odds, Pick: How to Bet In-State NCAAF Clash

    Indiana State vs. Purdue Odds [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/inds.png” awayname=”Indiana State” awayslug=”indiana-state-sycamores” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/pur.png” homename=”Purdue” homeslug=”purdue-boilermakers” date=”Saturday, Aug. 31″ time=”12 p.m. ET” network=”Big Ten Network” col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awaytext=”+33.5″ col1awayline=”-110″ col1hometext=”-33.5″ col1homeline=”-110″ col2awaytext=”49.5″ col2hometext=”49.5″ col2awayline=”-105o / -115u” col2homeline=”-105o / -115u” col3awaytext=”+4000″ col3hometext=”-20000″ col3awayline=”” col3homeLine=”” bookname=”ESPN Bet” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2023/11/ESPNBET-square1-e1700602012366.png” bookreviewslug=”espn-bet”][/gamematchup] The Purdue Boilermakers take on the Indiana State Sycamores…

  • NCAAF Player Props: Week 1 Expert Picks for Jalen Milroe & More

    NCAAF Player Props: Week 1 Expert Picks for Jalen Milroe & More

    Following a four-game Week 0 slate, Week 1 gives us our first real, meaningful shot at earning some cash on college football player props. Read on for our six favorites for Saturday, Aug. 31. [appcard imageurl=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/509930_NCAAFArticleCard.png” cta=”The must-have app for college football bettors” firstupsell=”The best NCAAF betting scoreboard” secondupsell=”Free picks from proven pros” thirdupsell=”Live win…

  • Georgia vs. Clemson Odds, Lines, Best Bets, Expert Picks for Week 1 Showdown

    Georgia vs. Clemson Odds, Lines, Best Bets, Expert Picks for Week 1 Showdown

    Georgia vs. Clemson Preview Georgia vs Clemson kicks off at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday live from Atlanta, Georgia, on ABC. It is the first game of the 2024 season for both teams. Georgia is currently -12.5 at most sportsbooks, with the over/under set at 48.5 points scored. Our experts can see the case for…

  • College Football Best Bets, Expert Week 1 Picks: Our Top Predictions for Noon Games

    College Football Best Bets, Expert Week 1 Picks: Our Top Predictions for Noon Games

    College football Saturday of Week 1 is finally here. The first full slate of the 2024-25 college football season is upon us. To celebrate the wall-to-wall action — which starts at noon ET and runs all the way through 11 p.m. ET — our staff came through with its college football best bets for the…

  • Virginia Tech vs Vanderbilt Over/Under Pick Utilizing Saturday’s Week 1 Forecast

    Virginia Tech vs Vanderbilt Over/Under Pick Utilizing Saturday’s Week 1 Forecast

    PRO Systems flagged a significant edge for Virginia Tech vs. Vanderbilt on Saturday morning. As it turns out, the weather is a crucial factor. Odds list the Hokies as a two-score favorite, while the Virginia Tech vs. Vanderbilt over/under is set at 48. Stuckey, our expert college football analyst, revealed his approach to betting Saturday’s…

  • Austin Peay vs Louisville Prediction, Pick: How to Bet CFB Opener

    Austin Peay vs Louisville Prediction, Pick: How to Bet CFB Opener

    Year two of the Jeff Brohm era in Louisville begins Saturday as the Cardinals play host to Austin Peay. Expectations are high for the Cardinals this season after they made it to the 2023 ACC Championship game. Meanwhile, it’s an opportunity for the Governors to play spoiler and pick up an extremely rare win over…

  • Chattanooga vs Tennessee Prediction, Pick and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, August 31

    Chattanooga vs Tennessee Prediction, Pick and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, August 31

    We have another FBS vs. FCS bout as the Chattanooga Mocs of the Southern Conference head to Rocky Top to take on the Tennessee Volunteers of the SEC. The Mocs had themselves a decent 2023 season, going 8-5 and placing second in the conference. A few members of that team went on to greener pastures,…

  • UConn vs Maryland Prediction, Pick, and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, August 31

    UConn vs Maryland Prediction, Pick, and NCAAF Odds for Saturday, August 31

    There is nothing quite like some Big Ten Friday Night football. The Maryland Terrapins host the UConn Huskies to kick off their respective seasons with kickoff set for 12 p.m. ET on FS1. The Terps are coming off a 7-5 season and now enter the post-Taulia Tagovailoa era. The Huskies, meanwhile, are coming off a…

  • Western Kentucky vs Alabama Prediction, Odds, College Football Picks for Saturday, August 31

    Western Kentucky vs Alabama Prediction, Odds, College Football Picks for Saturday, August 31

    The Alabama Crimson Tide will kick off the post-Nick Saban era at home on Saturday against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. This matchup will take place at Bryant-Denny Stadium at 7:00 p.m. ET on ESPN. There are a lot of new faces in Tuscaloosa this season. Will this affect them this week, or can Kalen Deboer…

  • Miami vs Florida Over/Under Pick: Saturday’s Smart Week 1 Angle

    Miami vs Florida Over/Under Pick: Saturday’s Smart Week 1 Angle

    With the Miami vs. Florida game drawing everyone’s attention, most fans and bettors are naturally focused on the potential winner — and with both coaches on the hot season — perhaps the loser. However, a critical angle that’ll fly under the radar by most is the forecast, which, believe it or not, reveals the optimal…

  • TCU vs. Stanford Prediction, Pick: Why to Bet the Cardinal

    TCU vs. Stanford Prediction, Pick: Why to Bet the Cardinal

    At the two-year mark since the 2022 offseason, both Stanford and TCU find themselves at a crossroads, which I’ll detail in my TCU vs. Stanford prediction. The Cardinal went on a search for a new head coach after the departure of David Shaw, ultimately landing Troy Taylor from FCS Sacramento State. Taylor’s success speaks for itself,…

  • Western Michigan vs. Wisconsin Odds, Prediction: Bet the Badgers?

    Western Michigan vs. Wisconsin Odds, Prediction: Bet the Badgers?

    Western Michigan vs. Wisconsin Odds [gamematchup league=”ncaaf” awaylogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/588689_wmich2.png” awayname=”Western Michigan” awayslug=”western-michigan-broncos” homelogo=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/wis.png” homename=”Wisconsin” homeslug=”wisconsin-badgers” date=”Friday, Aug. 30″ time=”9 p.m. ET” network=”FS1″ col1text=”Spread” col2text=”Total” col3text=”Moneyline” col1awaytext=”+23.5″ col1awayline=”-105″ col1hometext=”-23.5″ col1homeline=”-115″ col2awaytext=”56.5″ col2hometext=”56.5″ col2awayline=”-110 / -110″ col2homeline=”-110 / -110″ col3awaytext=”+1300″ col3hometext=”-3000″ col3awayline=”” col3homeLine=”” bookname=”BetMGM” bookthumbnaillogo=”https://assets.actionnetwork.com/902516_MGM2.png” bookreviewslug=”betmgm”][/gamematchup] It’s take two on a new era at Wisconsin after Luke Fickell’s Madison maiden voyage…

  • Oklahoma vs. Temple Prediction: Odds, Pick for Saturday’s College Football Week 1 Game

    Oklahoma vs. Temple Prediction: Odds, Pick for Saturday’s College Football Week 1 Game

    On Friday, the Temple Owls will travel to Norman to take on the Oklahoma Sooners at Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. Oklahoma is an uber-talented team, and excitement levels are high for the Sooners’ first season in the SEC — but is that where the betting value lies? Let’s dive…

  • SEC Predictions Week 1 for Clemson vs Georgia, Notre Dame vs Texas A&M, Miami vs Florida

    SEC Predictions Week 1 for Clemson vs Georgia, Notre Dame vs Texas A&M, Miami vs Florida

    We’re leveraging PRO Systems and historical data to find the best SEC predictions for Saturday of college football Week 1. All programs are facing non-conference opponents in the opener — some bigger than others. After rummaging through our premium trends and situational angles, these picks match historically profitable betting spots: Clemson vs. Georgia (Spread) Notre…

  • North Texas vs South Alabama Prediction, Pick, Odds for Saturday, August 31

    North Texas vs South Alabama Prediction, Pick, Odds for Saturday, August 31

    South Alabama hosts North Texas at Hancock Whitney Stadium this Saturday to kick off the 2024 season for both schools. The Jaguars will have a completely new look this season after many departures in the summer to the roster and coaching squad. This includes Major Applewhite taking over as head coach. Meanwhile, the Mean Green…

  • Week 1 Over/Under Picks Saturday from Expert NCAAF Models

    Week 1 Over/Under Picks Saturday from Expert NCAAF Models

    Some of the largest and juiciest edges early in the season tailing our expert NCAAF betting models will be over/under picks. For instance, PRO Projections reveal five significantly off from the projected point totals we predict for Saturday in Week 1. Our proprietary NCAAF projections submit over/under picks based on key betting factors like positional…

  • Best College Football Upset Picks for Saturday Week 1

    Best College Football Upset Picks for Saturday Week 1

    College football moneyline picks mark the intersection of plus-money bets and shocking upsets. Does it get any better? Hint: It does. Our PRO Systems feature a unique college football model, which specifically targets upset picks. That same model highlighted multiple college football Week 1 predictions in which locking in the underdog to win outright is…

  • TCU vs Stanford Spread Way off From Week 1 Expert College Football Projections

    TCU vs Stanford Spread Way off From Week 1 Expert College Football Projections

    The TCU vs. Stanford spread in Week 1 of college football has the largest point differential between the market line and PRO Projections, giving bettors a prime opportunity to lock in a great number. Friday’s TCU vs. Stanford matchup (10:30 p.m. ET, ESPN) marks the season opener for both teams, adding layers of intrigue in…

  • 2024 College Football Best Bets: Expert Week 1 Picks on Friday

    2024 College Football Best Bets: Expert Week 1 Picks on Friday

    For those looking for our best bets for Saturday’s college football games, click the links below. [edimage alt=”college football-best bets-picks-noon-week 1-aug 31″ src=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2024/08/dronesgreene.png” shadow=”false” width=”256″ height=”144″][/edimage] Noon Best Bets [edimage alt=”ncaaf-best bets-afternoon-picks-predictions-saturday aug 31″ src=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2024/08/SC-Gamecocks-pylon.jpg” shadow=”false” width=”256″ height=”144″][/edimage] Afternoon Best Bets [edimage alt=”week 1-college football-best bets-predictions-picks-evening-saturday august 31″ src=”https://images.actionnetwork.com/blog/2024/08/michiganwolverinesgroup.png” shadow=”false” width=”256″ height=”144″][/edimage] Evening Best Bets…

  • Lehigh vs Army Prediction, Odds, Pick for College Football Week 1

    Lehigh vs Army Prediction, Odds, Pick for College Football Week 1

    Welcome to Week 1. I hope everyone survived that surprisingly entertaining Week 0 slate. But the real fun begins now. The FCS Lehigh Mountain Hawks battle the Army Black Knights on Friday at 6 p.m. ET on CBS Sports Network. The Mountain Hawks were a dreadful football team in 2023, finishing the year with a…

  • FAU vs Michigan State Prediction, Odds, Pick: How to Bet Friday’s NCAAF Showdown

    FAU vs Michigan State Prediction, Odds, Pick: How to Bet Friday’s NCAAF Showdown

    The Florida Atlantic Owls and Michigan State Spartans will face off in Week 1 in a battle between two FBS teams. This game will take place in Spartan Stadium in East Lansing at 7 p.m. ET on Friday night on the Big Ten Network. Where’s the best place to find value when betting on this…

  • FCS Picks: Colgate vs Maine Over/Under Getting Steamed

    FCS Picks: Colgate vs Maine Over/Under Getting Steamed

    We’ve been utilizing Bet Labs Signals to guide us to better FCS picks all week. For instance, we used the software to see where sharp action and big money was going on Alcorn State vs. UAB and Southeastern Louisiana vs. Tulane — both solid winners. Earlier in the week, we noticed that money was influencing…

  • Kent State vs Pitt Prediction, Pick, College Football Odds for Saturday, August 31

    Kent State vs Pitt Prediction, Pick, College Football Odds for Saturday, August 31

    The Pittsburgh Panthers look to start the 2024 season with a tune-up victory, as they host Kent State. Both teams enter the season hoping to improve upon poor 2023s. Kent State finished Kenni Burns’ debut season with a 1-11 record and were considered to be among the worst teams in the FBS. Pitt is coming…

  • Bucknell vs Navy Prediction, Pick, Odds for Saturday, Aug. 31

    Bucknell vs Navy Prediction, Pick, Odds for Saturday, Aug. 31

    Navy hosts Bucknell in the season opener for both teams on Saturday, August 31st, at Noon ET, live on CBS Sports Network. Navy is pegged as 33-point favorites in the game, with an over/under of 47.5. [subheader sizedown=”false” text=”Bucknell vs Navy Prediction” center=”true” logo1url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/buc.png” link1=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/bucknell-bison” link1follow=”true” logo2url=”https://static.sprtactn.co/teamlogos/ncaaf/100/nav.png” link2=”https://www.actionnetwork.com/ncaaf/odds/navy-midshipmen” link2follow=”true”][/subheader] Bucknell vs. Navy Pick: Navy -33 Click here…

  • Eastern Michigan vs. UMass Prediction Using Key Data Saturday of NCAAF Week 1

    Eastern Michigan vs. UMass Prediction Using Key Data Saturday of NCAAF Week 1

    Eastern Michigan vs. UMass Prediction Using Key Data Key, historical college football data shows an edge on an Eastern Michigan vs. UMass prediction Saturday for the 3:30 p.m. kick. Eagles vs. Minutemen Saturday offers plenty of betting value, despite the glamour appeal of ranked games elsewhere. And here’s why: A unique PRO System flagged EMU-UMass,…

  • College Football Moneyline Underdogs: Week 1 Plus-Money Picks for USC vs. LSU, North Texas vs. South Alabama

    College Football Moneyline Underdogs: Week 1 Plus-Money Picks for USC vs. LSU, North Texas vs. South Alabama

    It’s good to be back. 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. For Week 1 of the new season, we rolled with a Group of Five ‘dog on the road and a Power…

  • Week 1 College Football Predictions, Picks: Our Top NCAAF Favorites for New Mexico vs Arizona, More

    Week 1 College Football Predictions, Picks: Our Top NCAAF Favorites for New Mexico vs Arizona, More

    You may be familiar with our weekly moneyline underdog article. Well, we decided a couple years ago that we needed to show love for the other side by also sharing our two favorite college football favorites that we share weekly on the Big Bets on Campus podcast. We affectionately refer to them as “overdogs,” thanks…

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  • College Football Player Props: Picks for Ashton Daniels, Jack Velling on Friday, August 30

    College Football Player Props: Picks for Ashton Daniels, Jack Velling on Friday, August 30

    Mike Calabrese is back with two more player props ahead of the full Saturday slate. This time around, he’s targeting one of Jonathan Smith’s favorite weapons and advocating for a ladder strategy with a high-upside dual-threat quarterback in the TCU-Stanford nightcap. Let’s dive into his college football player props for Michigan State’s Jack Velling and…

  • Expert Florida Atlantic vs Michigan State Over/Under, Spread College Football Projections

    Expert Florida Atlantic vs Michigan State Over/Under, Spread College Football Projections

    Michigan State quarterback Aidan Chiles stirred the pot earlier this week by boldly stating that those betting on the Florida Atlantic vs. Michigan State game should take the over. Interesting. Let’s delve into our projections for Florida Atlantic vs. Michigan State to see what the numbers say when the two square off at East Lansing…

  • Expert Temple vs Oklahoma Spread, Over/Under College Football Projections

    Expert Temple vs Oklahoma Spread, Over/Under College Football Projections

    With our proprietary college football betting projections ready to identify the best college football picks, we open the year with one of the largest point spreads of Week 1. Here, we’re diving into our projections for Friday’s clash between the Temple Owls and Oklahoma Sooners. This season opener presents a unique wrinkle on the point…

  • College Football Moneyline Picks and Projections Friday Week 1

    College Football Moneyline Picks and Projections Friday Week 1

    We’ve been factoring in PRO Projections to identify the top college football moneyline picks all week for the first big weekend card. After running through Friday’s Week 1 projections, two moneyline picks feature a couple of underdogs that are at least 40 cents off the numbers we made: FAU vs. Michigan State and TCU vs.…

  • Clemson vs Georgia Spread Pick, Odds, Prediction

    Clemson vs Georgia Spread Pick, Odds, Prediction

    We have a college football betting system titled “Ranked Matchups,” which only submits picks when two teams in the top 25 meet, under certain conditions. The first match of the 2024 season is a Clemson vs. Georgia spread pick from our 58% NCAAF PRO System. The Tigers are ranked No. 14 and the Bulldogs are…