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Texas A&M at Mississippi State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Texas A&M at Mississippi State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Mississippi State Bulldogs (3-1, 0-1 SEC) welcome the 17th-ranked Texas A&M Aggies (3-1, 1-0) to Davis Wade Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Texas A&M vs. Mississippi State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Bulldogs are led by coach Mike Leach who has coached over 250 games at major programs. His team this season is led by QB Will Rogers, who has 16 touchdowns and 3 interceptions.

Rogers was instrumental in beating Kentucky, Auburn and Texas A&M – all ranked at the time – last season. This year, Miss. State has beaten Arizona, Memphis and Bowling Green with its lone loss to LSU on the road.

As for A&M, it suffered one of the season’s biggest upsets, falling at home to Appalachian State 17-14. That led to the benching of QB Haynes King in favor of now-starting QB Max Johnson, who has captained 2 impressive victories – 17-9 over then-No. 13 Miami and 23-21 vs. then-No. 10 Arkansas last Saturday.

This will be Texas A&M’s first real road game. RB Devon Achane is a weapon to become familiar with. The junior has 355 rushing yards in 4 games, including 159 with a TD in the Arkansas squeaker.

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Texas A&M at Mississippi State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Texas A&M +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Mississippi State -205 (bet $205 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Texas A&M +4.5 (-115) | Mississippi State -4.5 (-107)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Texas A&M at Mississippi State picks and predictions

Prediction

Mississippi State 24, Texas A&M 17

Moneyline

PASS.

I like Mississippi State enough to lay the points, but I wouldn’t play its ML value at -205. There’s just too much juice against a good A&M side that has consistently played well defensively.

Against the spread

BET MISSISSIPPI STATE -4.5 (-107).

The handicap for this matchup is simple – it is easier to get behind the Bulldogs offense than it is the Aggies offense. Rogers was a stud last season, throwing for 4,739 yards.

He had 36 TD passes in 13 games last season, and he has 16 through 4 games so far this season. The Aggies’ Johnson likely won’t be able to keep pace – against the Hurricanes and Razorbacks, it was the defense that helped keep the game close.

The Aggies lost both their starting QB and RB back from last season, and that has been brutal for their offense, which is averaging just 21.3 points per game (PPG).

The Bulldogs have a good offense and a good defense, which compares favorably to the Aggies, who have a bad offense and good defense. Also, 5 of Mississippi State’s 7 wins last season would have covered a -4.5-point line.

I’ll trust the more proven quarterback in this one.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 46.5 (-112).

Again, the Aggies defense is where A&M thrives, so I would be shocked to see this game be high scoring.

Texas A&M’s defense allows just 11.8 PPG, the 9th-best in the nation.

Mississippi State allows 21.3 PPG. It has given up fewer than 24 points in 3 of 4 games this season, and the Aggies don’t have an attack that’ll make many deep threats in this game, either.

Ultimately, the play is UNDER 46.5 (-112).

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Baltimore Orioles at New York Yankees odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Baltimore Orioles at New York Yankees odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Baltimore Orioles (81-76) and New York Yankees (96-60) meet for a Saturday matinee in the 2nd of a 3-game series at Yankee Stadium. First pitch is set for 1:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Orioles vs. Yankees odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: New York leads 11-6

Baltimore snapped a 3-game losing streak with a 2-1 win in Friday’s lid-lifter. Orioles pitching allowed just 4 hits and 2 BB while striking out 13 batters. And that from a pitching staff that had been tagged with a 6.96 ERA and 1.70 WHIP over its previous 6 games.

The Yankees struggled for much of the second half until they started playing better ball earlier in September. New York is 9-2 over its last 11 games and is 17-6 since Sept. 4.

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Orioles at Yankees projected starters

RHP Austin Voth vs. LHP Nestor Cortes

Voth (5-3, 4.19 ERA) has appeared in 40 games, making 16 starts. He has a 1.38 WHIP, 2.7 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 through 96 2/3 IP.

  • Has clocked a 2.31 ERA over his last 7 starts
  • Has registered a 2.78 ERA as a starter and an 8.17 ERA as a reliever

Cortes (11-4, 2.56 ERA) makes his 29th start of the season. He has a 0.95 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 9.0 K/9 through 151 IP.

  • Has allowed 1 run or less in each of his last 3 starts
  • Owns a 0.78 ERA and 37K across 23 career IP against Baltimore (2021-22)

Orioles at Yankees odds

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  • Money line: Orioles +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Yankees -230 (bet $230 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Orioles +1.5 (-125) | Yankees -1.5 (+102)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

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Orioles at Yankees picks and predictions

Prediction

Yankees 5, Orioles 3

Money line

The Orioles are a case of prices maturing and being out too far over talent. That makes for good profits in September fading. However, that’s not the case here with this juice-drowned pricing: PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

Similar to Friday’s analysis in this corner: the Over is the best play, the one offering the most value.

In a high-scoring environment, NEW YORK -1.5 (+102) is the side with the most value. But for a 2nd straight day, there is no ringing endorsement of any of the sides, mostly due to some overcooked Yankee pitching on the schedule.

Over/Under

The forecast calls for another cooler day and a double-digit breeze in the aid of the pitchers. Rain is also in the forecast.

But with some fade lean to the pitching in this contest, BACK THE OVER 6.5 (-130).

In Baltimore-New York games, the Over is 36-18 in the last 54 meetings at Yankee Stadium.

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Virginia at Duke odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Virginia at Duke odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Virginia Cavaliers (2-2, 0-1 ACC) and the Duke Blue Devils (3-1, 0-0) meet Saturday at Wallace Wade Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN3). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Virginia vs. Duke odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Cavaliers suffered a 22-20 loss at Syracuse in Week 4 in its ACC opener, but at least covered for the first time this season. The offense has really struggled, averaging just 18.3 points per game to rank 115th nationally. Virginia is allowing just 19.3 PPG, so it’s no surprise the Under is 4-0 to date.

The Blue Devils started 3-0 SU/2-1 ATS, already surpassing the team’s Over for season wins. Duke suffered its first loss of the season last week at Kansas, a fellow season win total overachiever. The Under is 3-1 for Duke so far.

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Virginia at Duke odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Virginia +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Duke -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Virginia +2.5 (-110) | Duke -2.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Virginia at Duke picks and predictions

Prediction

Duke 26, Virginia 22

Moneyline

DUKE (-135) is worth playing on the moneyline, as it isn’t substantially more expensive than the juice to lay the points. This is going to be a close game, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see a 1- or 2-point game between two mediocre ACC teams.

Against the spread

DUKE -2.5 (-110) is worth playing lightly at home, where it is 2-0 SU/1-1 ATS, winning and covering its only game against an FBS opponent this season. Duke is 1-0 ATS as a favorite vs. FBS teams this season, too.

Over/Under

The UNDER 52.5 (-110) is the way to go here. UVA has cashed the Under in each of its 4 games to date and it struggles to score points while tossing a blanket on opposing offenses with its tremendous lockdown defense.

Duke has also played very good defense this season, although it has allowed 20 or more points in each of the last 3 games. Still, Virginia isn’t a high-octane offense and will have trouble moving the ball at Wallace Wade.

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Virginia Tech at North Carolina odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Virginia Tech at North Carolina odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Virginia Tech Hokies (2-2, 1-0 ACC) and the North Carolina Tar Heels (3-1, 0-0) meet Saturday at Kenan Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Virginia Tech vs. North Carolina odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Hokies are coming off a 33-10 setback at home against West Virginia Sept. 22. Virginia Tech has been used to double-digit seasons and challenging for conference titles, not struggling to attain bowl eligibility.

Va. Tech has really struggled on offense, going for just 20.3 PPG to rank 113th in the country, spoiling what has been a strong showing by its defense. The Under is 4-0 in four outings for the Gobblers.

UNC returned to the field after a 2-week break and was manhandled 45-32 at home by Notre Dame last Saturday. It was a disappointing effort on so many fronts, especially the defensive side of the ball. The Tar Heels have allowed 24 or more points in each game this season, yielding 39.5 PPG overall to rank 123rd in the nation.

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Virginia Tech at North Carolina odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Virginia Tech +270 (bet $100 to win $270) | North Carolina -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Virginia Tech +9.5 (-112) | North Carolina -9.5 (-108)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Virginia Tech at North Carolina picks and predictions

Prediction

North Carolina 34, Virginia Tech 27

Moneyline

North Carolina (-340) can certainly score with the best of them, but that defense has been so woeful. UNC should be able to protect its home field and avoid a second straight loss at Kenan, but anything is possible with this very giving D. You can’t risk nearly 3 1/2 times your potential return, even on a more certain thing.

PASS.

Against the spread

VIRGINIA TECH +9.5 (-112) has had its issues on offense, but it would be stunning if the Hokies can’t cobble together a somewhat solid showing against this poor North Carolina defense.

I don’t think the Hokies have enough to take this game outright, but keeping it within single digits is certainly possible, especially given their defensive prowess.

Over/Under

The OVER 55.5 (-110) is worth playing here.

It appeared Hurricane Ian might rear its ugly head and cause a soggy, rainy track, but that system sped up and it is out of the area and has left rather fair conditions in the forecast for Saturday.

The Hokies do not score much, nor do they give up much, but that will both change in a higher-scoring game against the Tar Heels. Even Virginia Tech’s offense will look somewhat coherent against a UNC defense that has looked J.V. all season.

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Georgia Southern at Coastal Carolina odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Georgia Southern at Coastal Carolina odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Georgia Southern Eagles (3-1, 0-0 Sun Belt) and the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (4-0, 1-0) meet Saturday at Brooks Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Georgia Southern vs. Coastal Carolina odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Kickoff for the Eagles and Chanticleers was originally supposed to be 4 p.m. ET, but the game was pushed back slightly due to the impacts of Hurricane Ian. It allows Georgia Southern a few more hours of travel time due to the difficulties.

Georgia Southern heads into its Sun Belt opener with an impressive win at Nebraska on its resume, as well as a win over Ball State last weekend. It won’t be fazed by the change in kick time.

Coastal Carolina eased past a good Georgia State team on the road to take its conference opener, 41-24. That was its first cover since its opening-game win over Army Sept. 3. The Over is 3-1 to date for the Chants.

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Georgia Southern at Coastal Carolina odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Georgia Southern +275 (bet $100 to win $275) | Coastal Carolina -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Georgia Southern +9.5 (-110) | Coastal Carolina -9.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 64.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Georgia Southern at Coastal Carolina picks and predictions

Prediction

Coastal Carolina 35, Georgia Southern 32

Moneyline

Coastal Carolina (-350) should be able to do enough on the teal turf at Brooks Stadium to get the win in this Sun Belt matchup, but it is going to be a 1-score game and it might come down to who has the ball last. A field goal at the buzzer wouldn’t be shocking to decide things.

PASS.

Against the spread

GEORGIA SOUTHERN +9.5 (-110) catching more than a field goal in this game is a gift. Take advantage. This Eagles team can move the ball with QB Kyle Vantrease under center, scoring 39.8 PPG. The offense averages 509.5 total yards per game, too, ranking 9th in the country.

Coastal Carolina can also fill up the stat sheet, posting 37.0 PPG, so expect plenty of points and a close game.

Over/Under

The OVER 64.5 (-115) is a strong play.

While the long-term trends point to the Under for Georgia Southern, the Eagles have cashed the Over in 2 of their 4 games, going for 34 or more points in 3 of their outings.

The Over is 4-1 in the past 5 games overall for Coastal Carolina and 9-3 in its last 12 home games. The Over is also 5-2 in the past 7 games for the Chants against teams with a winning overall record.

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Iowa State at Kansas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Iowa State at Kansas odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Kansas Jayhawks (4-0, 1-0 Big 12) welcome the Iowa State Cyclones (3-1m 0-1) to KU Memorial Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Iowa State vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Jayhawks are one of the nation’s surprise teams this season. They’re among the 21 teams still undefeated. Kansas has taken down Tennessee Tech, West Virginia, Houston and Duke.

It’s led by star QB Jalon Daniels who has 11 touchdowns and 1 interception. He has 890 passing yards and also is the team’s leader on the ground with 320 rushing yards.

Iowa State has also played well this season as well, taking down rival Iowa 10-7 on the road Sept. 10. It also beat SEMO and Ohio with its only loss coming to Baylor 31-24 last Saturday.

RB Jirehl Brock has taken over as the team’s top back for Breece Hall who departed for the NFL. Brock has 353 yards and is averaging 5.5 yards per carry. QB Hunter Dekkers has been underwhelming this season with a 10:5 touchdown to interception ratio.

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Iowa State at Kansas odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Iowa State -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Kansas +140 (bet $100 to win $140)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Iowa State -3.5 (-102) | Kansas +3.5 (-122)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 58.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Iowa State at Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 31, Iowa State 27

Moneyline

SPRINKLE ON KANSAS (+140).

The former 3-star junior Daniels took over the starting job this season, and the Jayhawks haven’t looked back. They’ve scored 48.5 points per game, the 4th most in the NCAA.

While it may seem like an easy schedule is the reason for their success, Houston and West Virginia are actually capable sides. Iowa State’s defense will be their toughest task yet, but Daniels is the star I’d back. Kansas’ offense is dynamic, averaging 7.8 yards per play which is 3rd in the nation.

Iowa State has a terrific defense, but the real question is if its offense can keep up. The Cyclones also allowed Baylor QB Blake Shapen to put up 3 touchdowns and a 71% completion rate. He’s not the threat Daniels is, so the star quarterback should be able to find some holes.

Against the spread

BET KANSAS +3.5 (-122).

I prefer the Kansas moneyline for it to pull off the upset and win at home, but getting 3 points and a hook is a nice addition as well. The Jayhawks have Daniels, and that’s all they really have needed so far this season.

They’ll need their defense to step up, but Dekkers hasn’t been great. He’s thrown 5 interceptions through 4 games, including 2 last Saturday against Baylor, and he just hasn’t taken over a game like Daniels.

I back the better quarterback here.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 58.5 (-110).

I expect Kansas to be able to put some points on the board, but if there’s a part of Iowa State’s team that is legit it is its defense.

Combine that with Dekkers’ struggles with turnovers, and points may be somewhat at a premium. Iowa State is 2-2 O/U while Kansas is 3-1 O/U, but the latter hasn’t played a defense of this caliber yet.

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Rutgers at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Rutgers at Ohio State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (3-1, 0-1 Big Ten) and the No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes (4-0, 1-0) meet Saturday at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Rutgers vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Scarlet Knights opened the non-conference schedule with a 3-0 straight up (SU)/2-1 against the spread (ATS) start, including a 22-21 win over Power 5 team Boston College on the road. However, Rutgers suffered a 27-10 loss at home as a 9-poing underdog to Iowa in the Big Ten opener last weekend.

The Buckeyes continue to roll up big offensive numbers, going for 45 points or more points in each of the past 3 games. That includes a 52-21 win over Wisconsin in their conference opener last week with the Over hitting for the 2nd straight outing for OSU.

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Rutgers at Ohio State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Rutgers +1700 (bet $100 to win $1,700) | Ohio State -100000 (bet $100,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Rutgers +38.5 (-108) | Ohio State -38.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 58.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Rutgers at Ohio State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 59, Rutgers 17

Moneyline

Ohio State (-100000) is an insane price. You need to risk $100 to win a dime. No, seriously.

AVOID.

Against the spread

OHIO STATE -38.5 (-112) is a good play at home, even though these are a lot of points.

The Buckeyes registered a 31-point win last week over Wisconsin, a much-better team than Rutgers. Ohio State’s 2 wins before that were by 56 and 33 points. It should be able to handle a mediocre Rutgers team.

The Buckeyes won last season’s meeting 52-13. You can expect a similar score. Ohio State will cover, but it won’t be by a lot, so expect to sweat late.

Over/Under

The OVER 58.5 (-110) is the BEST PLAY on the board here with Ohio State doing most of the heavy lifting without any help needed from Rutgers to cash the OVER.

Ohio State is averaging 48.8 points per game to check in 3rd in the nation, and this team has scored 52 and 77 in the past two outings.

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Michigan State at Maryland odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Michigan State at Maryland odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Michigan State Spartans (2-2, 0-1 Big Ten) and the Maryland Terrapins (3-1, 0-1) meet Saturday at SECU Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (FOX Sports 1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Michigan State vs. Maryland odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Spartans rose quickly in the rankings with a pair of impressive wins over two MAC teams to open. The offense was fire, the defense was solid, and things were looking up. However, Michigan State has slipped to .500 with 2 losses in a row at Washington (39-28) and home to Minnesota (34-7).

The Terrapins opened the non-conference schedule with a 3-0 SU/2-1 ATS record, but they lost their conference opener 34-27 at Michigan last Saturday. However, it did give the No. 4 Wolverines a very difficult time in The Big House and cashed as a 17-point underdog.

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Michigan State at Maryland odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Michigan State +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Maryland -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Michigan State +7.5 (-110) | Maryland -7.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 58.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

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Michigan State at Maryland picks and predictions

Prediction

Maryland 31, Michigan State 26

Moneyline

As impressive as Maryland (-300) was last weekend in Michigan, playing a top-5 team to a 1-score game, you cannot risk 3 times your potential return. It’s just too much risk for not enough of a reward.

PASS.

Against the spread

MICHIGAN STATE +7.5 (-110) is a proud team that still has the pieces to be very good. It just needs to pull out of its nosedive.

QB Payton Thorne and the offense should find plenty of open spaces to operate against a Maryland pass defense that has allowed 260.3 yards per game to rank just 98th in the country. That will keep it in the game until the end, and that 7 and a hook is big.

Over/Under

The UNDER 58.5 (-115) is worth playing slightly.

The Under is 4-1 in the past five games for the Spartans and is 6-1 in their last 7 meetings with UMD.

The Terps have cashed the Under in 3 of 4 games overall, including last week’s near-miss in the conference opener. This game won’t be confused with a defensive slog, but it won’t be a shootout, either.

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Illinois at Wisconsin odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Illinois at Wisconsin odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Illinois Fighting Illini (3-1, 0-1 Big Ten) and the Wisconsin Badgers (2-2, 0-1) meet Saturday at Camp Randall Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Illinois vs. Wisconsin odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Fighting Illini are a perfect 3-0 SU/ATS at home this season, including an impressive 31-0 shutout win against a good FCS team, Chattanooga, Sept. 22. However, Illinois did lose its only road game — its conference opener — at Indiana Sept. 2.

The Badgers are looking to rebound after being pounded 52-21 at Ohio State last week in their conference opener. Wisconsin has alternated wins and losses in each of its first 4 games.

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Illinois at Wisconsin odds

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  • Money line (ML): Illinois +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Wisconsin -280 (bet $280 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Illinois +6.5 (-105) | Wisconsin -6.5 (-120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Illinois at Wisconsin picks and predictions

Prediction

Wisconsin 27, Illinois 20

Moneyline

Wisconsin (-280) should be able to push past Illinois and former head coach Bret Bielema, but it’s certainly not a guarantee considering how inconsistent the Badgers have performed to date. This is the 90th meeting between the schools and it’s going to be close, so look to the points instead.

Illinois hasn’t won in Madison since 2002, and that streak should continue.

PASS.

Against the spread

WISCONSIN -6.5 (-120) is worth playing very lightly. The Badgers have won 11 of the past 12 meetings between these sides, and until Illinois starts to turn the tables in the series a little bit, you have to stay with the tried and true.

If this line were a flat 7, or a 7 and a hook, the Illini would be a little more tempting. However, Wisconsin has won 5 of the past 6 meetings, taking each game by 14 or more points.

Over/Under

The OVER 43.5 (-108) is perhaps the best play on the board here.

Wisconsin can score points, despite the erratic play of QB Graham Mertz. This team is averaging 34.8 points per game, while yielding 19.0 PPG.

Surprisingly, Illinois has shown off tremendous defense this season, allowing 6 or fewer points in 3 of its 4 games. But each of those performances was at home. It allowed 23 points in a loss at Indiana in its lone road game. The offense also can score, averaging 28.8 PPG.

This game won’t be mistaken for a track meet or video game, but the total is awfully low.

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Texas Tech at Kansas State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Texas Tech at Kansas State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Texas Tech Red Raiders (3-1, 1-0 Big 12) and the Kansas State Wildcats (3-1, 1-0) meet Saturday at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, Kan. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (Big 12 Network | ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Texas Tech vs. Kansas State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Red Raiders scored a solid 37-34 overtime victory at home over Texas last week as 7-point underdogs as the Over cashed. It was a nice rebound game after losing at NC State in the week prior.

The Wildcats also bounced back in a big way last weekend. After a disappointing 17-10 home loss to Tulane, K-State hit the road and upset a then top-10 Oklahoma team 41-34, cashing as a 13.5-point underdog as the Over hit.

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Texas Tech at Kansas State odds

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  • Money line (ML): Texas Tech +250 (bet $100 to win $250) | Kansas State -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Texas Tech +7.5 (-112) | Kansas State -7.5 (-108)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Texas Tech at Kansas State picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas Tech 29, Kansas State 26

Money line

TEXAS TECH (+250) is worth a roll of the dice here. Even though they are moderate underdogs, the Red Raiders never go away quietly. In 2 of 3 games against FBS opponents, the game has gone to overtime and been decided by just 3 points. The Red Raiders have had a flare for the dramatic so far in 2022.

While Kansas State scored the huge upset last time out in Oklahoma, in its most recent game at home the Wildcats had that disappointing loss to Tulane. It is anything but a consistent group this season.

Against the spread

TEXAS TECH +7.5 (-110) is a strong play if you’re not quite feeling it straight up. The Red Raiders are just 1-6-1 ATS in their past 8 games after a cover in the previous week, so there is some risk here. Of course, K-State is 3-8 ATS in its last 11 following an ATS win, too, so the risk is mitigated somewhat.

While Texas Tech has struggled in this series against the number, the underdog is 5-0-1 ATS in the past 6 meetings.

Over/Under

The UNDER 56.5 (-107) is worth playing lightly.

The Over is 13-6-2 in the past 21 against winning teams for Texas Tech, but the Under is 4-1 in its past five on the road. The Under is also 3-0-1 in the previous four meetings in this series.

K-State’s recent history solidly points to the Under. The Under is 4-1 in the past 5 contests at BSFS, 8-3 in its last 11 games overall and 5-2 in its previous 7 inside the Big 12.

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