San Jose State-UNLV odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s San Jose State at UNLV college football matchup, with NCAA football betting odds, picks and best bets

The San Jose State Spartans (4-6, 1-5 Mountain West) visit the UNLV Rebels (2-8, 0-6) at Sam Boyd Stadium on Saturday at 4 p.m. ET.

We analyze the San Jose State-UNLV odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.

San Jose State at UNLV: Three things you need to know

  1. Both teams figure as bottom-30 squads in the 130-team ranks of the FBS. Thanks to a decent passing game, the Spartans are the better team on offense. The Rebels have played a slightly more difficult schedule and sport the better defense. UNLV heads in having lost four straight games; SJSU has dropped four of its last five.
  2. Due primarily to interceptions for (14) and against (four) and pitted against pass break ups, the Spartans figure as solidly on the “turnover lucky” side of the spectrum. Those extra picks have helped SJSU to a +13 in turnover margin.
  3. Some hidden-yards analytics pegged San Jose State as a play after some sideways results in October; the Spartans went 3-0 against the spread on Oct. 26, Nov. 2 and Nov. 9. Now, some of those same indicator numbers support UNLV.

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San Jose State at UNLV: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 2 p.m. ET.

Prediction

UNLV 42, San Jose State 27

Moneyline (ML)

San Jose State has had some defensive struggles on the road, and the Spartan defense wasn’t sharp at all two weeks back at Hawaii (7.6 yards per play allowed). SJSU is 1-6 over its last seven road tilts against losing teams. This losing foe — UNLV — has a few positives going for it. Taking the near 2-1 payoff here and going with UNLV +190.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on UNLV returns a profit of $19.

Against the Spread (ATS)

Will LINE WATCH this one, looking for a full 7 on the UNLV side (current line: UNLV +6.5, -110). The Rebels have done well in bounce-back situations (and lines have moved a few too many points against them in such games). UNLV is 5-1 ATS over its last five after a double-digit loss the game prior. (The Rebels lost 21-7 to Hawaii last weekend.)

Over/Under (O/U)

UNLV has played in three straight unders, and the figure has missed on the low side in five of the Rebels’ last six games. Some regression-ready numbers favor the upside here. The SJSU-UNLV matchup in the Rebels run game points the same way in a game with a decent-pace exchange of scoring. TAKING THE OVER 65.5 -106 on what is expected to be a good weather afternoon in Las Vegas.

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Michigan at Indiana odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Michigan at Indiana college football matchup, with college football betting odds, picks and best bets

The Michigan Wolverines (8-2, 5-2 Big Ten East) and Indiana Hoosiers (7-3, 4-3 East) battle at “The Rock” in Bloomington, Ind., in a key divisional battle Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET.

We analyze the Michigan-Indiana odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.

Michigan at Indiana: Three things you need to know

1. Michigan has covered four in a row, but is 3-8 against the spread in its past 11 games on the road and 0-3-1 ATS in its past four meetings with Indiana.

2. Wolverines freshman RB Zach Charbonnet has rolled up 589 rushing yards and 11 total touchdowns.

3. Hoosiers RB Stevie Scott III has posted 791 rushing yards with 10 total scores, while WR Whop Philyor is good for a team-high 863 receiving yards.


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Michigan at Indiana: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 2 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Michigan 40, Indiana 24

Moneyline (ML)

Michigan (-345) is a moderate favorite on the road, and the Wolverines are not going to be caught looking ahead to their titanic battle next weekend with Ohio State. However, they’re too expensive on the road against an underrated Indiana (+265). The Hoosiers would have been a much more tempting play had QB Michael Penix Jr. not gone down with an injury.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on Michigan to win would return a profit of $2.90.

Against the Spread (ATS)

MICHIGAN (-8.5, -115) will come home from Bloomington with a hard-fought double-digit victory. Indiana (+8.5, -106) will keep it close — and might even be tied or leading at halftime — but the deeper Wolverines will pull away in the second half.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER (53.5, -110) is 5-1 in Michigan’s past six on the road, and 6-2 in the Wolverine’s past eight inside the conference. The over is 5-0 in Indiana’s past five at home against teams with a winning road record, and 10-4 in the Hoosiers’ past 14 inside the Big Ten, too.

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UCF at Tulane odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s UCF at Tulane college football matchup, with college football betting odds, picks and best bets

The UCF Knights (7-3, 4-2) and Tulane Green Wave (6-4, 3-3) tangle in a key American Athletic Conference battle in New Orleans at noon ET on Saturday.

We analyze the UCF-Tulane odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.

UCF at Tulane: Three things you need to know

1. UCF fell at Tulsa as a 15-point favorite on Nov. 8, losing 34-31. The Knights are 1-3 straight up and against the spread in their last four road games.

2. The Green Wave enter 5-0 SU/ATS in five home games, and they’re looking to go unbeaten at home for the first time since 1998.

3. These teams haven’t met since Nov. 5, 2016, when the Knights came away with a 37-6 victory.


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UCF at Tulane: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 1:45 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Tulane 41, UCF 37

Moneyline (ML)

TULANE (+170) is a live ‘dog at home, as the Green Wave are unbeaten at home and UCF (-209) has 1-3 SU in its last four road games.

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Against the Spread (ATS)

TULANE (+5.5, -110) is catching points at home, but shouldn’t need them. UCF is 1-6 ATS in the past seven games on the road and 1-5 ATS in its last six league outings. Tulane is 5-0 ATS at home this season, and 6-2 ATS in its past eight overall.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER (69.5, -110) is worth a small-unit bet if both of these offenses perform to their capabilities. The over is 6-2 in the past eight games overall for UCF, and 5-2 in the Knights’ past seven league games. The over is 6-2 in Tulane’s past eight overall, as well, and 5-2 in the Green Wave’s past seven AAC games, too.

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Purdue at Wisconsin odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Purdue Boilermakers at Wisconsin Badgers betting odds and lines, with college football matchup analysis and picks.

The Purdue Boilermarkers (4-6, 3-4 Big Ten West) and Wisconsin Badgers (8-2, 5-2 West) square off at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisc. at 4:00 p.m. ET Saturday. We analyze the Purdue-Wisconsin odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.

Purdue at Wisconsin: Three things you need to know

1. Purdue limps into this one needing to win their final two regular-season games to attain bowl eligibility. Its passing game has been strong with 298.5 yards per game to rank 17th in the nation, but it’s 128th in rushing offense at just 77.1 yards per game.

2. Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor leads the Big Ten with 1,463 rushing yards and a total of 21 touchdowns.

3. The Badgers rank fourth in total yards allowed (259.7), third in the nation in passing yards allowed (154.3) and sixth in points allowed (13.4 PPG).


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Purdue at Wisconsin: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 1:30 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Wisconsin 45, Purdue 17

Moneyline (ML)

You can’t bet Wisconsin (-2500) on the moneyline, as the investment is nowhere near the risk, and Purdue (+1030) doesn’t have a snowball’s chance in … well, you know.

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Against the Spread (ATS)

WISCONSIN (-24.5, -106) is laying the points and will run roughshod over the leaky defense of Purdue (+24.5, -115). While Purdue has been able to stay in some games with a respectable pass offense, the Boilersmakers haven’t faced a stingy defense like Wisconsin.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 47.5 (-115) is a slam-dunk play. In fact, the Badgers could take care of the Over by themselves without much trouble. The Under is super low because of Wisconsin’s sturdy defense, but the rush attack should roll up huge numbers. If this game isn’t in the high 50’s it would be a surprise.

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Illinois-Iowa odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Illinois at Iowas college football matchup, with college football betting odds, picks and best bets

The Illinois Fighting Illini (6-4, 4-3 Big Ten West) and Iowa Hawkeyes (7-3, 4-3 West) lock horns at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City at noon ET on Saturday.

We analyze the Illinois-Iowa odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.

Illinois at Iowa: Three things you need to know

1. Illinois has won four in a row, moving to 6-4 to secure bowl eligibility for the first time since 2014 when they appeared in the Heart of Dallas Bowl.

2. The Illini have won six games despite the fact they rank 112th in the FBS in total yards (333.7) and 108th in passing yards (183.4).

3. Iowa QB Nate Stanley has passed for 2,331 yards, 14 passing touchdowns and five interceptions with just one rushing score.


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Illinois at Iowa: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 1:15 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Iowa 21, Illinois 18

Moneyline (ML)

Iowa (-834) is favored by more than two touchdowns, and the Hawkeyes should be able to get it done at home. However, the Illini have surprised and defied the odds, winning in this spot before. I expect the Hawkeyes to win, but it will be a one-possession game.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on Iowa to win would return a profit of $1.20.

Against the Spread (ATS)

ILLINOIS (+14.5, -106) continues to get no respect from Vegas. Despite their winning ways lately, the Illini have been a double-digit underdog in six of their past seven outings, winning three games outright while going 5-1 ATS. Illinois is 5-0 ATS in the past five games overall, too, so why bet against the Illini now?

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER (46.5, -110) is the dominant trend for both sides lately. The under is 4-1 in the past five on the road for Illinois, while going 4-0-1 in Iowa’s past five at Kinnick. The under is also 6-1 in Iowa’s past seven league games and 5-1 in the past six against teams with a winning overall mark.

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Colts-Texans odds, picks and best bets [UPDATED]

Previewing the Colts at Texans Week 12 matchup, with NFL betting odds, picks and best bets

The Indianapolis Colts (6-4) and Houston Texans (6-4) are tied atop the AFC South and will meet in Week 12 for a game with huge playoff implications. The winner will be in the driver’s seat in the division, while the loser could fall out of the playoff picture.

Kickoff from NRG Stadium in Houston will be at 8:20 p.m. ET on Thursday night.

Colts at Texans: Week 12 preview, betting trends and notes


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  • The Texans were blown out by the Ravens on Sunday, losing 41-7 as 4.5-point underdogs. It was the third time this season they’ve failed to win a third straight game.
  • The Colts took care of the Jaguars in Week 11, winning 33-13 at home. It ended a two-game losing skid following losses to the Steelers and Dolphins.
  • The Colts are 6-0-1 ATS in their last seven road games against Houston. They’ve won three straight vs. the Texans, too, dating back to last December.
  • Houston is 14-4 straight up in its last 18 games against the AFC South.
  • The Colts are 6-0 ATS in their last six against the AFC South, and are 3-0 this season.
  • In their last 11 games against teams above .500, the Colts are 10-1 ATS.

Colts at Texans: Key injuries

Colts RB Marlon Mack left Sunday’s game with a hand injury and will miss the game. WR T.Y. Hilton (calf) and TE Eric Ebron (ankle) are expected to play. WR Parris Campbell (hand) is less certain.

Texans WR Will Fuller (hamstring) remains questionable.

Colts at Texans: Odds, betting lines and prediction

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 1 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Texans 24, Colts 21

Moneyline (?)

The Colts being without Mack is a big factor in this one. The Texans have the advantage of being at home, too, and they should bounce back from an embarrassing loss to the Ravens.

Bet the TEXANS (-189) to win outright on Thursday night. Deshaun Watson is a more dynamic quarterback than Jacoby Brissett and that’ll make a huge difference.

New to sports betting? A $10 wager on the Texans to win outright would return a profit of $5.29.

Against the Spread (?)

The Texans enter as 3.5-point favorites at home, despite losing by 34 points to the Ravens on Sunday. The Colts have been excellent against the spread when facing the Texans and the AFC South in recent years, going 3-0 against the division this year alone.

Bet the COLTS (-110) to cover the 3.5-point spread.

Over/Under (?)

Thursday night games typically lead to some sloppy play early in the contest, which could be the case this week. The Over/Under is set at 46.5 points, and in 12 of the Colts’ last 18 road games, the total has gone under.

Take the UNDER (-115) in this matchup as both teams will take a little while to knock off the short-week rust.

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Trail Blazers-Bucks odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Thursday’s Portland Trail Blazers at Milwaukee Bucks betting odds and lines, with NBA matchup analysis, picks and tips.

The Portland Trail Blazers (5-10) visit the Milwaukee Bucks (11-3) Thursday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. We analyze the Trail Blazers-Bucks odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.


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Trail Blazers at Bucks: Key injuries

Trail Blazers

  • PG Damian Lillard (back) out
  • Hassan Whiteside (hip) questionable
  • Zach Collins (shoulder) out
  • Jusuf Nurkic (leg) out
  • SG Anfernee Simmons (ankle) questionable

Milwaukee

  • SF Khris Middleton (thigh) out

Trail Blazers at Bucks: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips

NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full set of today’s betting odds. Odds last updated at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Bucks 115, Blazers 100

Moneyline (ML)

The Bucks (-1000) enter as winners of five straight with the Trail Blazers (+625) dropping each of their last two. Milwaukee is 3-1 straight up at home and returns from a successful 3-0 road trip where it won each game by no fewer than eight points. Portland is 4-6 on the road (better than its 1-4 home record) but lost its last two games by a combined 35 points.

The Blazers had Wednesday off while the Bucks were taking care of the Atlanta Hawks (135-127). Even on the second half of a back-to-back, the Bucks won’t lose this game, but we’re not going to touch these odds.

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Against the Spread (ATS)

The Blazers are 6-8 ATS overall, 5-5 ATS on the road. The Bucks are 7-7 overall and 2-2 at home. They are often favored by large amounts, but they cover by an average of two points. Portland falls an average of 3.5 points shy of the cover.

Milwaukee ranks first in the Eastern Conference and second in the NBA with an average point differential of plus-9.3, winning 119.6-110.3. Portland is outscored by 3.4 points on average with an average score of 115.3-111.9 in favor of the opposition.

Take the host BUCKS (-13.5, -106) with a $10 bet returning a profit of $9.43 should the hosts win by 14 or more.

Over/Under (O/U)

Take the UNDER 226.5 (-106). The over is 9-6 in Blazers games, topping the projection by an average of 1.7 points per game. The Bucks are 7-6-1 in favor of the over, clearing the number by an average of 4.8 points. The injuries for Portland and the back-to-back situation for Milwaukee will temper the scoring.

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Kansas at Iowa State odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturdya’s Kansas at Iowa State college football matchup, with college football betting odds, picks and best bets

The Kansas Jayhawks (3-7, 1-6) and Iowa State Cyclones (6-4, 4-3) hook up Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, for a Big 12 battle at noon ET.

We analyze the Kansas-Iowa State odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.

Kansas at Iowa State: Three things you need to know

1. The Jayhawks will not qualify for a bowl game yet again this season, but they haven’t been a pushover like recent seasons. They’re a respectable 3-2 ATS across the past five, and 2-2 ATS in the past four on the road.

2. Iowa State QB Brock Purdy has rolled up 3,203 passing yards, 22 touchdowns and eight interceptions while also running for seven scores. The Cyclones rank eighth in the nation, posting 326.3 passing yards per game.

3. Kansas ranks 120th in the country with 470.6 total yards per game allowed, 125th with 232.7 rushing yards per game allowed, and T-107th in points allowed at 33.1 per game.


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Kansas at Iowa State: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Iowa State 45, Kansas 30

Moneyline (ML)

There is currently no moneyline available at the time of publishing.

Against the Spread (ATS)

KANSAS (+24.5, -110) has some decent skill position players like RB Pooka Williams Jr. and WR Andrew Parchment, so the Jayhawks are more than capable of hanging in a shootout. Make no mistake, Iowa State (-24.5, -110) is the better team here, but the Jayhawks have the tools to get involved in a shootout. Just ask the Texas Longhorns.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER (58.5, -106) is a tremendous play, as Iowa State’s pass attack is outstanding and Kansas has a very leaky defense. The best thing for over bettors will be Iowa State jumping out to a big lead and Kansas passing its way back into the game. It is surprising this line wasn’t in the sixties. Get in before it rises.

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Report: Texans ‘confident’ receiver Will Fuller will play against the Colts

The Houston Texans are confident that wide receiver Will Fuller will play in Thursday night’s bout with the Indianapolis Colts.

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The Houston Texans may benefit from the return of a key cog to their offense on Thursday night.

According to Ed Werder of ESPN, the Texans are “confident” that wide receiver Will Fuller will play against the Indianapolis Colts.

Like the Colts — who expect T.Y. Hilton to return for the divisional tilt — the Texans are in-line to receive their speed merchant back.

Fuller suffered a “significant” hamstring pull in Week 7’s loss to the Colts. He has not played since. After the Week 10 bye, he returned to practice in a limited fashion but ultimately did not fly with the team for their 41-7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.


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Fuller, on the official injury report, is questionable to return after a week of limited practices and walkthroughs. Coach Bill O’Brien listed him as a game-time decision.

On the season, Fuller has 34 receptions for 450 yards and three touchdowns. The Texans used veteran Kenny Stills in his place during the recovery process; he was unable to match Fuller’s production.

If Fuller were to return on Thursday, Deshaun Watson would have a full arsenal of skill position players to utilize. None, other than Fuller, were limited in practice heading into Houston’s must-win divisional tilt.

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Minnesota-Northwestern odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Minnesota Golden Gophers at Northwestern Wildcats college football matchup, with NCAA football betting odds, picks and best bets

The Minnesota Golden Gophers (9-1, 6-1 Big Ten West) visit the Northwestern Wildcats (2-8, 0-7) Saturday for a noon ET kickoff at Ryan Field. We analyze the Minnesota-Northwestern odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.

The Golden Gophers are ranked 11th in the Amway Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports. They’re 10th in the College Football Playoff Rankings.


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Minnesota at Northwestern: Three things to know

1. Minnesota suffered its first loss of the season last week, dropping a 23-19 decision at then-No. 23 Iowa Hawkeyes. The Gophers still control their own destiny to win the division and make their first Big Ten Championship Game. After Northwestern, they close the regular season at home against second-place Wisconsin, which is one game back.

Northwestern snapped a seven-game losing streak by stepping out of conference for a 45-6 rout of lowly UMass (1-10) last Saturday. It’s been a tough season for the ‘Cats, who a year ago won the Big Ten West and lost to Ohio State in the Big Ten Championship game.

2. Gophers QB Tanner Morgan, who has thrown for 707 yards in the last two games, is in the concussion protocol. With his status for Northwestern uncertain, Cole Kramer or Jacob Clark – both true freshmen – could start.

3. Northwestern has won the last two head-to-head meetings, 24-14 at Minnesota last season and 39-0 at home in 2017.

Minnesota at Northwestern: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 2:15 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Minnesota 35, Northwestern 17

Moneyline (ML)

AVOID. Minnesota’s -667 is too chalky. Every $6.67 wagered on the Gophers to win outright would profit $1 if they do so (Ex: Bet $66.70 to profit $10). Betting on Northwestern (+450) pays 4.5-to-1, but the Wildcats are not winning Saturday no matter who’s behind center for the Gophers. I just can’t suggest to anyone to lay that kind of wood.

Against the Spread (ATS)

MINNESOTA (-12.5, -134) is the STRONGEST PLAY. With a full week to fume about the Iowa loss, the Gophers will take out their frustrations on the Wildcats, who are 2-8 against the spread this season. The Gophers are 6-3-1 ATS in 2019.

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Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 39.5 (-115) is worth a small play. Minnesota averages 35.7 PPG and is 6-4 O/U this season. Northwestern ranks 129th (out of 130 teams) with 14.5 PPG and it’s 3-7 O/U. Even if Minnesota’s Morgan sits, look for WRs Rashod Bateman (945 receiving yards, 7 TDs) and Tyler Johnson (900 receiving yards, 9 TDs) to have big games. Meanwhile, Northwestern should be able to move the ball behind freshman RB Evan Hull, who ran for 220 yards on 24 carries vs. UMass last week.

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