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BYU at Arizona State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 15 BYU Cougars (9-1, 6-1 Big 12) are on the road facing the No. 22 Arizona State Sun Devils (8-2, 5-2) in a conference showdown in Tempe. Kickoff Saturday from Mountain America Stadium is at 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the BYU vs. Arizona State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

BYU, after starting 9-0 and reaching the top 10 of the US LBM Coaches Poll, suffered its first loss last week, falling 17-13 to the Kansas Jayhawks at home when they were favored by 3 points. The Under (55.5) cashed in.

The Sun Devils are ranked for the first time this season after knocking off the now-No. 25 Kansas State Wildcats 24-14 on the road as 7.5-point underdogs. They have won 3 straight games.

– US LBM Coaches Poll: Conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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BYU at Arizona State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated Friday at 9:31 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): BYU +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Arizona State -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): BYU +3 (-110) | Arizona State -3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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BYU at Arizona State picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona State 31, BYU 24

Moneyline

The Sun Devils are unbeaten at home this season and have averaged 32.3 point in their conference home games.

BYU is 3-0 in conference road games, but only 1 was against a team with a winning record in Big 12 play.

The Sun Devils average 190.5 rushing yards per game, led by RB Cam Skattebo and QB Sam Leavitt is playing very well, having thrown 3 TDs passes in each of the last 3 games with no interceptions.

There are high stakes for this game, as the winner has an inside track to play in the conference championship.

The Devils have been too good at home. Expect the home team to win but you get better odds on the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

Arizona State has covered the spread in every win this season. Every home win has been by at least 4 points.

BET ARIZONA STATE -3 (-110).

Over/Under

The Over is 5-1 in BYU’s last 6 games.

The Over is 3-1-1 in ASU’s 5 home games. The Sun Devils have scored at least 30 in 4 of 5 home games.

BET OVER 48.5 (-110).

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Illinois at Rutgers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Illinois Fighting Illini (7-3, 4-3 Big Ten) and Rutgers Scarlet Knights (6-4, 3-4) tangle in a battle of bowl-eligible squads Saturday in Piscataway. The opening kickoff at SHI Stadium is set for noon ET (Peacock). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Illinois vs. Rutgers odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Illinois finds itself on the road for just a second time since Sept. 28. Last Saturday, the Illini came off a bye week and drilled Michigan State 38-16, covering as -1.5 home favorites with the Over (47.5) hitting. RB Josh McCray ran for 3 TDs and 61 yards on 9 carries, while QB Luke Altmyer threw 2 TDs and finished with 231 passing yards.

Rutgers upset Maryland on the road last Saturday 31-17. The Scarlet Knights covered as 4-point underdogs and the Under (54.5) cashed as they won their second in a row after a winless October (0-4). QB Athan Kaliakmani (238 passing yards, 2 TDs) and RB Kyle Monangai (97 rushing yards, 2 TDs) led the attack. However, Maryland outgained Rutgers in total yards 457 to 370.

– Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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Illinois at Rutgers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated Friday at 12:28 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Illinois -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Rutgers -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Illinois +1.5 (-110) | Rutgers -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Illinois at Rutgers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rutgers 28, Illinois 24

Moneyline

Rutgers is on a decent trend line on both sides of the ball. The Scarlet Knights have thrown for 238 yards-plus in each of their last 4 games, and some October red-zone issues have been cleaned up the last 2 games.

The RU offense is not explosive, but the recent improvements in passing and the team’s ability to stay on schedule make Rutgers a slight lean in what figures as a close game.

Neither side is adept at making disruptive plays on defense. Illinois may well play much of this one with a lead, but give the home side enough of a probability a keeping the contest close and closing it out with a win.

TAKE RUTGERS (-115).

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Against the spread

AVOID. It’s worth the extra juice to back the moneyline at -115 vs. laying 1½ points at -110.

Over/Under

The Over has cashed in 4 of Rutgers’ last 5 games and in 9 of the Knights’ last 11 in Piscataway.

The public is expecting a 20-something-to-20-something close game, and the expected game flow does not argue much with this total.

Windy conditions are in the forecast, but tab OVER 47.5 (-115) with a slight lean.

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UNLV at San Jose State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s UNLV at San Jose State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The UNLV Rebels (8-2, 4-1 Mountain West) visit the San Jose State Spartans (6-4, 3-3) on Friday. Kickoff from CEFCU Stadium is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the UNLV vs. San Jose State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

UNLV has won back-to-back games after taking down the San Diego State Aztecs 41-20 last Saturday while just missing the cover as a 21.5-point home favorite. QB Hajj-Malik Williams went 20-of-29 for 244 yards with a TD and the Rebels ran for 253 yards and 4 TDs in the win.

San Jose State has dropped 2 of its last 3 games after losing 42-21 against the Boise State Broncos on Saturday and failing to cover as a 14-point home underdog. QB Walker Eget went 34-of-50 for 446 yards with 3 TDs and 2 INTs in the loss.

UNLV is No. 23 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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UNLV at San Jose State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 12:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): UNLV -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | San Jose State +240 (bet $100 to win $240)
Against the spread (ATS): UNLV -7.5 (-110) | San Jose State +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 60.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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UNLV at San Jose State picks and predictions

Prediction

UNLV 38, San Jose State 27

Moneyline

PASS.

There is minimal value on UNLV (-300) to win on Friday.

Against the spread

BET UNLV -7.5 (-110).

San Jose State has failed to cover the spread in 5 of its last 6 games, including each of its last 3 as an underdog, and in back-to-back games at home, including last week as a 14-point underdog. UNLV has scored 23 or more points in all 10 of its games and will take advantage of the Spartans’ tendency to turn the ball over to get a commanding road win.

Over/Under

BET OVER 60.5 (-110).

UNLV has scored 29 or more points in 6 of its last 7 games and has hit the Over in 5 of its last 7 games. It averages 39.9 points er game, 6th-best in the nation, Its defense has also struggled this season, allowing 20 or more points in each of its last 6 games. San Jose State has scored 21 or more points in 8 of its 10 games while allowing 33 or more points in 2 of its last 3.

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Purdue at Michigan State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Purdue Boilermakers (1-9, 0-7 Big Ten) visit the Michigan State Spartans (4-6, 2-5) on Friday. Kickoff from Spartan Stadium is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Purdue vs. Michigan State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Purdue has dropped 9 games in a row after losing 49-10 against the Penn State Nittany Lions on Saturday and failing to cover as a 30-point home underdog. QB Hudson Card went 11-of-20 for 151 yards in the loss.

Michigan State has lost 3 straight games, the last a 38-16 setback against the Illinois Fighting Illini on Saturday and failing to cover as a 1.5-point road underdog. QB Aidan Chiles went 23-of-40 for 256 yards with 2 TDs while also leading the team with 40 rushing yards in the loss.

– Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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Purdue at Michigan State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:41 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Purdue +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | Michigan State -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Purdue +13.5 (-105) | Michigan State -13.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Purdue at Michigan State picks and predictions

Prediction

Michigan State 24, Purdue 9

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on Michigan State (-550) to beat a struggling Purdue (+400) team that has lost 9 straight games, 7 of them by double digits.

Against the spread

BET MICHIGAN STATE -13.5 (-110).

Purdue has failed to cover in 8 of the 9 losses, including each of its last 5 games as a double-digit underdog. It has scored 10 points or less in 5 of its last 7 games and has lost 5 games by 35-plus points. Michigan State has scored 32 or more points in 2 of its last 4 home games.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 48.5 (-110).

Purdue’s offense has struggled this season, scoring no points twice in its last 4 games and 10 or fewer points in 6 of the last 9 games. Michigan State has also struggled offensively, scoring 17 or fewer points in each of its last 3 weeks and in 5 of its last 6 games. Both teams struggle on defense as well, but neither will be able to produce enough offense for the Over to hit.

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NC State at Georgia Tech odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s NC State at Georgia Tech odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The NC State Wolfpack (5-5, 2-4 ACC) visit the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (6-4, 4-3) Thursday. Kickoff from Bobby Dodd Stadium is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the NC State vs. Georgia Tech odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

NC State enters off a bye after having a 2-game win streak snapped, losing at home 29-19 as a 3-point favorite vs. Duke Nov. 9 with the Under (51.5) cashing. QB CJ Bailey completed 16 of 39 passes for 184 yards with a touchdown and interception in the loss, while leading the team with 36 rushing yards.

Georgia Tech is also coming off a bye. The Yellow Jackets snapped a 2-game losing streak Nov. 9 with a 28-23 win over then-No. 4, now-No. 10 Miami, covering as 9.5-point home underdogs and the Under (65) hitting. QB Haynes King went 6 of 6 for 32 passing yards and a TD with a team-high 93 rushing yards and a score on 20 carries. Backup QB Aaron Philo was 5-for-10 for 67 yards and a TD.

– Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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NC State at Georgia Tech odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 2:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): NC State +270 (bet $100 to win $270) | Georgia Tech -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): NC State +8.5 (-110) | Georgia Tech -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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NC State at Georgia Tech picks and predictions

Prediction

Georgia Tech 34, NC State 24

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on betting Georgia Tech (-350) to win.

Against the spread

BET GEORGIA TECH -8.5 (-110).

The Wolfpack are just 2-8 ATS and have failed to cover the spread in 2 of their last 3 games as 8-point or more underdogs. Thursday will be just their third road game of the season (they had a neutral-site loss to Tennessee in Charlotte Sept. 7).

The Yellow Jackets have scored 24 or more points in 7 of their 10 games, are 3-0-1 ATS at home and are 2-0-1 in their 3 games as favorites of 10 points or more.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 52.5 (+100).

NC State has scored 24 or more points in 2 of its last 3 games and in 7 of its 10 games this season. It has allowed 23 or more points in each of its last 5 games.

Georgia Tech has scored 24 or more points in all 4 of its games at Bobby Dodd Stadium this season and in 7 of its 10 games overall. It has allowed 21 or more points in each of its last 4 games and in 7 of its 10 games.

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Ohio at Toledo odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Ohio at Toledo odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Ohio Bobcats (7-3, 5-1 MAC) and Toledo Rockets (7-3, 4-2) meet Wednesday. Kickoff from the Glass Bowl is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Ohio vs. Toledo odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Rockets look to maintain their dominance against the Bobcats. Toledo is 16-1 all-time at the Glass Bowl against Ohio. However, that lone loss came in the most recent meeting in Toledo, a 31-26 win by the Bobcats as a 15-point underdog in 2016.

The most recent battle in this series came in the 2022 MAC Championship Game, a 17-7 win by Toledo as a 3-point favorite as the Under (60.5) cashed.

Ohio has won and covered 3 in a row, scoring 35 or more points in each outing. The Under has cashed in the past 2, however, as Ohio allowed just 10 points, including a 41-0 shutout at the Kent State Golden Flashes on Nov. 6 as a 20.5-point favorite.

Toledo posted a 37-10 win over the Central Michigan Chippewas as a 14.5-point favorite as the Under (52) connected last time out on Nov. 12. The Rockets have scored 26 or more points in 3 in a row, while the Over has cashed at a 4-2 clip in the past 6 outings.

Rankings – US LBM Coaches Poll: Conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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Ohio at Toledo odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 6:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Ohio +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Toledo -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread: Ohio +1.5 (-108) | Toledo -1.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Ohio at Toledo picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio 27, Toledo 24

Moneyline

OHIO (+100) is worth a play at even-money on the road against Toledo (-120) in this titanic matchup. With a win over the Rockets, and a victory next week against Ball State, the Bobcats could earn a trip to the MAC title game. It controls its own destiny, but obviously this is the most difficult game.

The Glass Bowl has been a house of horrors for Ohio, but they won in the most recent meeting, although that was 8 years ago. While trends are interesting, it isn’t hugely important when the starting QB Parker Navarro was 15 years old and playing high school football at Desert Vista High School in Tempe, Ariz.

Against the spread

Playing Ohio +1.5 (-108) rather than the moneyline makes absolutely no sense unless you’re convinced Toledo -1.5 (-110) is going to win, but only by a single point. Playing the ML is much more economical.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 44.5 (-110) is a strong play in this battle.

While, yes, the Bobcats have allowed just 26 points in the past 3 games, that’s against teams with a combined record of 11-20. This will easily be Ohio’s biggest test since facing Miami (Ohio) Oct. 19 in Oxford when it allowed 30 points.

The Rockets have a powerful offense, going for 29.9 PPG, including 249.2 passing yards per game, and the defense has been tagged for 221.6 yards per game through the air and 21.1 PPG.

This won’t be a track meet, but this should at least be into the 50’s.

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San Diego State at UNLV odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s San Diego State at UNLV odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Diego State Aztecs (3-6, 2-2 Mountain West) and UNLV Rebels (7-2, 3-1) meet Saturday. Kickoff from Allegiant Stadium is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (CBSSN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s college football odds around the San Diego State vs. UNLV odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Aztecs suffered a tough 21-16 loss to New Mexico at home last Friday as a 1.5-point favorite, a costly blow to the team’s bowl eligibility hopes. Now, San Diego State must win out to qualify for a bowl. The Aztecs have failed to cover in the past 2 outings, too, while the Under is 2-1 in the past 3 games.

For the Rebels, losses to Syracuse and Boise State in the past 2 home games have derailed talk of a potential run to the College Football Playoff, but a win over Hawaii last week was the team’s seventh victory of the season. The Rebels failed to cover, and they’re just 1-4 against the spread (ATS) in the past 5 outings. The Over has cashed in 4 of the past 6 games.

San Diego State has won 4 straight meetings, and 8 of the past 9 since Sept. 27, 2014. The Rebels are 4-1 ATS in the past 5 in the series, with the Under cashing in 6 of the previous 7 contests.

Rankings – US LBM Coaches Poll: Conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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San Diego State at UNLV odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 1:15 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): San Diego State +980 (bet $100 to win $980) | UNLV -2000 (bet $2,000 to win $100)
Against the spread: San Diego State +21.5 (-115) | UNLV -21.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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San Diego State at UNLV picks and predictions

Prediction

UNLV 32, San Diego State 19

Moneyline

UNLV (-2000) will cost you 20 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward. Even as part of a multi-leg parlay, include the Rebels makes absolutely no sense.

AVOID.

Against the spread

SAN DIEGO STATE +21.5 (-115) is a bit of a risky play, but the hope is that it plays with a ton of urgency given the fact that a loss means no chance of a bowl game.

The Aztecs are a respectable 2-1 ATS in the past 3 games on the road, while the Rebels are a dismal 1-4 ATS in the past 5 games, including 2 straight outright losses in the past 2 at home.

While the Rebels are 4-1 ATS in the past 5 meetings, the Aztecs have won 8 of the past 9 in the series outright. The double-digit under in the past 4 meetings has cashed at a 3-1 ATS rate.

Over/Under

UNDER 54.5 (-105) is worth playing lightly.

The total has gone low in 6 of the past 7 meetings in this Mountain West series.

The Under has hit in 2 of the past 3 games for San Diego State, while going 2-1 in the past 3 games for UNLV.

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Kansas at BYU odds, picks and predictions

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

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Big 12 conference action continues this weekend as the Kansas Jayhawks (3-6, 2-4 Big 12) is on the road facing the No. 8 BYU Cougars (9-0, 6-0). Kickoff is Saturday at 10:15 p.m. ET from LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Kansas vs. BYU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Kansas came off a bye last week to upset now-No. 25 Iowa State 45-36 at home as 2-point underdogs, rushing for 237 yards and getting 2 TD passes from QB Jalon Daniels. The Jayhawks have won 2 out of their last 3 after losing 5 in a row.

The Cougars, No. 8 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, pulled off a thrilling comeback to beat rival Utah in the Holy War 22-21 on a last-second 44-yard Will Ferrin field goal after trailing by 10 points in the fourth quarter. They did not cover the 3-point spread as road favorites. Utah was flagged for a controversial defensive hold when BYU QB Jake Retzlaff was sacked on fourth down, which would have sealed the win for Utah. That kept the drive alive and led ultimately to the game-winning kick.

– Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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Kansas at BYU odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kansas +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | BYU -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Kansas +2.5 (-105) | BYU -2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Kansas at BYU picks and predictions

Prediction

BYU 34, Kansas 27

Moneyline

Kansas has yet to win on the road this season and BYU has not lost at all.

BYU averaged 39.5 points per home game, scoring no fewer than 38.

Kansas averages only 25.8 points per game on the road and give up 29.8.

BYU should continue rolling, but betting the spread gives you better value than the ML.

PASS.

Against the spread

All 4 of BYU’s home wins have been by 3 or more points.

Three of Kansas’ 4 road losses have been by at least 4 points, but all have been between 2 and 6 points. So they have been competitive, yet unable to pull through.

Kansas has only covered the spread once in a loss this season.

BET BYU -2.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Four of the last 5 for BYU have had 58 or more points. The Over has hit in 7 of 9 games this season.

Four of the last 6 for Kansas have had totals of higher than 57.

BET OVER 56.5 (-110).

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Cincinnati vs. Iowa State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Cincinnati Bearcats (5-4, 3-3 Big 12) meet the No. 25 Iowa State Cyclones (7-2, 4-2) at Jack Trice Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is at 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we look at Cincinnati vs. Iowa State odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Cincinnati’s skid extended to 2 games after a 31-24 loss to West Virginia, who covered as 5-point road underdogs. The Over 54.5 hit, despite the Bearcats outgaining the Mountaineers by 188 yards. Turnovers proved costly, with Cincinnati committing 3. RB Evan Pryor was a standout, hauling in 5 receptions for 100 yards, highlighted by an 80-yard touchdown.

No. 25 Iowa State dropped its 2nd straight game, falling 45-36 to Kansas as 2-point home underdogs. The Over 52.5 cashed as the Cyclones struggled to stop Kansas’ offense, which tallied 295 passing and 237 rushing yards. QB Rocco Becht threw for 383 yards and 3 touchdowns but had a critical interception. WR Jaylin Noel stood out, recording 8 catches for 167 yards and 2 touchdowns in the loss.

– Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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Cincinnati vs. Iowa State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Cincinnati +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Iowa State -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cincinnati +7.5 (-110) | Iowa State -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Cincinnati vs. Iowa State picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa State 30, Cincinnati 21

Moneyline

PASS.

Iowa State (-300) takes this game at home Saturday, but instead of laying 3-to-1, I’ll take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET IOWA STATE -7.5 (-110).

Both teams are desperate for a win to end their recent skids, but Iowa State is favored to rebound Saturday and continue its push to surpass last season’s 6-3 conference record. The Cyclones’ defense, led by Jon Heacock, allows just 18.8 points per game, ranking 2nd in the Big 12 and 19th nationally. Becht commands the offense, leading the conference in yards per attempt (8.6) and yards per completion (14.0), with a 16:7 TD-INT ratio. Noel (892 yards, 5 TDs) and WR Jayden Higgins (791 yards, 7 TDs) provide big-play threats. Iowa State is 5-4 ATS this year and handled Cincinnati 30-10 in their last meeting.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 52.5 (-110).

Iowa State and Cincinnati showcase solid defenses this season, with the Cyclones allowing 18.8 points per game (2nd in the Big 12) and the Bearcats giving up 22.2 (6th in the conference). Cincinnati has gone over in 3 of 9 games, including a 1-2-1 record on the road, while Iowa State sits at 5-4 on Overs. The Under looks like the smarter play.

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New Mexico State vs. Texas A&M odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New Mexico State Aggies (2-7, 1-5 Conference USA) meet the No. 15 Texas A&M Aggies (7-2, 5-1 SEC) at Kyle Field Saturday. Kickoff is at 7:45 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Below, we look at New Mexico State vs. Texas A&M odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

New Mexico State dropped its 7th game in 8 tries, losing 41-28 to Western Kentucky. The Aggies covered as 18-point home underdogs, and the Over 53 cashed. Despite outgaining the Hilltoppers, New Mexico State committed 5 turnovers, including 2 from QB Santino Marucci. The standout performance came from RB Mike Washington, who rushed for 152 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Texas A&M saw their 7-game win streak end with a 44-20 loss to South Carolina, failing to cover as a 3-point road favorite. The Over 44 cashed in the game. South Carolina piled up 530 yards of total offense, including 286 rushing yards and 244 passing yards. Quarterback Marcel Reed had a quiet outing, throwing for 206 yards with 1 touchdown and 1 interception. Despite the strong offensive performance, Texas A&M couldn’t keep up, resulting in a decisive defeat.

– Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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New Mexico State vs. Texas A&M odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): New Mexico State +39.5 (-110) | Texas A&M -39.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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New Mexico State vs. Texas A&M picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas A&M 58, New Mexico State 17

Moneyline

There is no moneyline being offered on this game. So take your bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET TEXAS A&M -39.5 (-110).

Texas A&M is clearly the superior team in this matchup. The Aggies have won their last 9 games at home against non-AP-ranked teams, and they should easily cover the 40-point spread. Texas A&M’s strong defense and the passing game led by Reed will be too much for New Mexico State, who ranks 116th in passing. The Aggies have covered 7 of their last 8 home games, while New Mexico State has failed to cover in their last 4 against non-conference opponents. With a solid rush defense and momentum on their side, Texas A&M will dominate early and secure a comfortable win.

Over/Under

BET OVER 54.5 (-110).

This game is set to feature high-scoring play. Texas A&M has gone Over in their last 4 games, while New Mexico State has done the same in 5 straight. Defensively, both teams struggle: Texas A&M allows 37.1 points per game (127th) and 245.4 passing yards (105th), while New Mexico State gives up 204.8 rushing yards (123rd). The Over has hit in 3 of 5 home games for Texas A&M and 3 of 4 road games for New Mexico State.

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