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Utah at Colorado odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Utah Utes (4-5, 1-5 Big 12) play the Colorado Buffaloes (7-2, 5-1) Saturday. Kickoff from Folsom Field is scheduled for noon ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Utah vs. Colorado odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Buffaloes, who are ranked No. 20 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, have won 6 of their last 7 games, including a 41-27 victory over Texas Tech Nov. 9. They’re looking to solidify a berth in the Big 12 Championship Game and, in turn, the College Football Playoff. WR/CB Travis Hunter enters action as the odds-on favorite to win the Heisman Trophy (-105 at BetMGM Sportsbook).

Despite its 5-game losing streak — and recent loss of QB Cameron Rising (leg) for the season — Utah may present an underrated test for Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders. The Utes rank 11th in the FBS in points per game allowed (17.1) and nearly upset Big 12-leading BYU Nov. 9 in a controversially-reffed 22-21 loss.

Unfortunately, continued woes under center further complicate Utah’s chances of preventing another defeat.

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

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Utah at Colorado 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 2:57 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Utah +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Colorado -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Utah +11.5 (-110) | Colorado -11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Utah at Colorado picks and predictions

Prediction

Colorado 27, Utah 13

Moneyline

Back to those QB issues: The replacement for Rising, Brandon Rose (foot), will miss the rest of the season, and Utah goes back to third-string freshman Isaac Wilson.

This hindrance makes a merely moderate plus-money Utah ML less appealing, and Colorado is too heavily favored for bettors to care anyway.

PASS.

Against the spread

Colorado’s 7-2 record ATS matches its moneyline tally. In the 2 seasons under the Sanders pair’s regime, CU is 7-3 ATS at home.

A road assignment for a freshman QB hammers home the likelihood that Colorado dominates. Lay the wood.

BET COLORADO -11.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Utah’s injury-marred offense will fail to keep pace with the Sanders circus.

Could Colorado carry the O/U on its own? Possibly: The Buffs have scored at least 28 points in every win this season while notching a 5-3-1 record on the total.

Utah’s 2-7 mark on the season and latest forced QB change should perpetuate the Utes’ struggles to pile up points. Plus, Utah’s defense should put up another heroic effort to contain its second straight Big 12 powerhouse, which tempers my enthusiasm around Sanders’ upside.

BET UNDER 45.5 (-110).

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Mercer vs. Alabama odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Mercer Bears (9-1) and the No. 9 Alabama Crimson Tide (7-2) meet at Bryant-Denny Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is at 2 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Mercer vs. Alabama odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The FBS Bears extended their winning streak to 3 with a commanding 34-0 win over the VMI Keydets, covering the 21.5-point spread as road favorites with the Under (47.5) cashing. Mercer’s defense dominated, limiting VMI to just 111 total yards — 53 passing and 58 rushing. QB Whitt Newbauer powered the offense, amassing 324 yards (282 passing, 42 rushing) and throwing 3 touchdown passes in a standout performance.

The Crimson Tide claimed their 2nd straight win over a ranked team, defeating then-No. 13, now-No. 22 LSU 42-13. Alabama covered the 3-point spread as road favorites, with the Under (59.5) hitting. QB Jalen Milroe stole the spotlight, passing for 109 yards and rushing for 185 with 4 touchdowns. The Tide’s defense played tough, forcing 3 LSU turnovers to secure a commanding victory. Alabama’s previous win — a 34-0 shutout at home Oct. 26 — was against Missouri, which was ranked No. 17 at the time.

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

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Mercer vs. Alabama 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 Thursday at 4:02 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): Mercer +41.5 (-105) | Alabama -41.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 57.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Mercer vs. Alabama picks and predictions

Prediction

Alabama 47, Mercer 14

Moneyline

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

Against the spread

BET MERCER +41.5 (-105).

Alabama heads into this game riding high, having outscored their last two opponents 76-13 and staying in the CFP race. Although the Tide only covered in 2 of their last 5 games, they’re hard to beat when Milroe is rushing effectively as he did against LSU.

Mercer has enjoyed a strong FCS season and covered in 5 of its last 6 games, but the Bears are unlikely to challenge Alabama. Expect the Tide to win handily, though I’ll take the 41.5 points, anticipating a slower second half.

Over/Under

BET OVER 57.5 (-115).

The Crimson Tide are capable of hitting the Over on their own as they did in a 63-0 win against Western Kentucky to open the season. Mercer, which has averaged 36.8 points in its last 5 games and went Over in 3 of its last 4, won’t put up huge numbers against Alabama but is strong enough to add some late points. Expect the Bears to cover with some garbage-time scoring.

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LSU vs. Florida odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 22 LSU Tigers (6-3, 3-2 SEC) meet the Florida Gators (4-5, 2-4) at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is at 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we look at LSU vs. Florida odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

LSU has lost back-to-back games against ranked opponents, most recently losing 42-13 to the No. 9 Alabama Crimson Tide. They failed to cover as 3-point road underdogs while the Under 59.5 hit. The Tigers committed 3 turnovers, including 2 INTs by QB Garrett Nussmeier.

Florida has lost 3 of its last 4 games, all to Top-10 teams, most recently losing 49-17 to the No. 3 Texas Longhorns. They failed to cover as 23-point road underdogs and the Over 49.5 hit. The Gators turned the ball over 3 times, including 2 INTs by QB Aiden Warner. The Gators defends allowed Texas to piled up 562 total yards (352 passing, 210 rushing).

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

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LSU vs. Florida 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 3:53 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): LSU -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Florida +155 (bet $100 to win $155)
Against the spread (ATS): LSU -4.5 (-110) | Florida +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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LSU vs. Florida picks and predictions

Prediction

LSU 35, Florida 31

Moneyline

PASS.

I considered taking Florida (+155), but I’ll play it safer and take the points.

Against the spread

BET FLORIDA +4.5 (-110).

This line feels off considering LSU’s recent struggles and inability to defend a mobile QB. Florida, on the other hand, has been much more competitive, including giving Georgia a scare with several backups.

LSU has dropped 4 of its last 5 road games in November, while Florida has covered the spread in 5 of its last 6. The underdog has won LSU’s last 3 visits to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

With highly-touted freshman QB DJ Lagway possibly back, Florida has a real chance to take advantage of LSU’s weak secondary. I’m grabbing the points with the Gators.

Over/Under

BET OVER 55.5 (-105).

LSU’s games have averaged 55.4 points, with an Over/Under line of 58.9. The Tigers are 2-5 O/U.

LSU’s offense, led by their passing game, ranks 7th in the nation with 322.8 yards per game, and they’re 9th in both passing attempts (42.3) and completions (26.8). They average 30.4 points per game.

Florida’s offense averages 28.1 points per game and has gone over in their last 3 games. However, the Gators’ defense allowed 563 total yards in a recent 49-17 loss to Texas.

The last 6 meetings between LSU and Florida have gone Over the total points line, and 12 of LSU’s last 15 conference games have followed suit.

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Boston College vs. SMU odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston College at SMU odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston College Eagles (5-4, 2-3 ACC) and the No. 13 SMU Mustangs (8-1, 5-0) meet Saturday at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Kickoff is at 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Boston College vs. SMU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Boston College ended a 3-game skid by defeating the Syracuse Orange 37-31, covering the 3-point spread and going Over the 51.5 total. The Eagles took control on the ground, rushing for 313 yards. RB Kye Robichaux carried the load with 28 rushes for 198 yards and 2 TDs and RB Jordan McDonald chipped in with 133 yards and a TD on 15 carries.

The Mustangs won their 6th straight game, defeating the then No. 23 Pitt Panthers 48-25, easily covering the 7-point spread as the Over (56) hit. QB Kevin Jennings threw for 306 yards and 2 TDs, while RB Brashard Smith rushed for 161 yards and 2 TDs on 23 carries. SMU’s defense forced 2 turnovers in the dominant performance.

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

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Boston College vs. SMU 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 3:48 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Boston College +625 (bet $100 to win $625) | SMU -1000 (bet $1,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Boston College +19.5 (-110) | SMU -19.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Boston College vs. SMU picks and predictions

Prediction

SMU 38, Boston College 28

Moneyline

PASS.

I’ve got the Mustangs (-1000) getting the victory at home but Boston College (+625) keeping it competitive. I’ll take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET BOSTON COLLEGE +19.5 (-110).

The Mustangs are 6-3 ATS and playing at home. Boston College has been competitive recently, covering in their last 2 games, once as an underdog. The Eagles also covered as double-digit underdogs earlier this season against both the Missouri Tigers and Florida State Seminoles. With their recent form, expect BC to fight hard and keep the game closer than anticipated, making them a strong candidate to cover the spread.

Over/Under

BET OVER 54.5 (-105).

Both teams have potent offenses that know how to score. SMU is averaging 453 yards and 40.1 points per game, hitting 40 points twice in last 3 games. They’ve hit the Over in 3 straight contests. Boston College is averaging 366 yards and 27.6 points per game, going Over in 5 of their last 6 games. With both teams trending toward high-scoring performances, expect a fast-paced, high-scoring affair.

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East Carolina at Tulsa odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s East Carolina at Tulsa odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The East Carolina Pirates (5-4, 3-2 AAC) and Tulsa Golden Hurricane (3-6, 1-4) meet Thursday. Kickoff from Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the East Carolina vs. Tulsa odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Pirates have really turned things around since dismissing coach Mike Houston after the loss to Army Oct. 19. Defensive coordinator Blake Harrell took over as interim coach, but the offense has really improved under his leadership. The Pirates have scored 49 or more points in each of the past 2 games, home wins against FAU and Temple.

East Carolina has covered 3 in a row, and 4 of the past 5 games, while the Over is on a 4-0 run. The Pirates have allowed 34 or more points in 3 of the past 4 outings, too.

For Tulsa, it needs to win out to attain bowl eligibility. The Golden Hurricane have allowed 45 or more points in 4 of the past 5 games, while going just 1-4 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS). The Over is 4-1 in the span.

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East Carolina at Tulsa 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 Wednesday at 3:20 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): East Carolina -600 (bet $600 to win $100) | Tulsa +425 (bet $100 to win $425)
Against the spread: East Carolina -14.5 (-110) | Tulsa +14.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 62.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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East Carolina at Tulsa picks and predictions

Prediction

East Carolina 45, Tulsa 34

Moneyline

East Carolina (-600) will set you back 6 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not enough reward. The Pirates have lost 3 straight games on the road, allowing 45.0 points per game in those setbacks. But, even if they had won each of those games, there is never a reason to back such a heavy favorite straight up.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Back TULSA +14.5 (-110) catching the points, as East Carolina -14.5 (-110) has been sensational on offense but the defense is the team’s Achilles heel.

While ECU is 3-0 ATS in the past 3 games, and 4-1 ATS in 5 tries as a favorite, the Pirates are also winless in the past 3 games on the road.

Tulsa has allowed 45 or more points in its 3 games against FBS opponents at home, though, so there is plenty of risk. Be careful, and back the Golden Cane lightly.

Over/Under

OVER 62.5 (-105) is a big number, but it is the best play on the board. This total has been on the move, too. It opened at 60.5 (-110) at BetMGM Sunday, and the money is flooding in on the Over. Yours truly put a wager in on Sunday when I saw the number so low.

The Over is on a 4-0 run for ECU, while going 5-1 in the past 6 games. The Pirates have conceded 24 or more points in 4 of the past 6 contests.

The total has cashed in 4 of the past 5 for Tulsa, while allowing 45 or more points 4 times in the span.

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Eastern Michigan at Ohio odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Eastern Michigan Eagles (5-4, 2-3 Mid-American) and Ohio Bobcats (6-3, 4-1) tangle Wednesday in Athens. Kickoff at Peden Stadium is 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Eastern Michigan vs. Ohio odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Eastern Michigan hits the gridiron for the first time since Nov. 2 when the 10-point-underdog Eagles lost their second straight 1-score game, a 29-28 defeat to the Toledo Rockets. After starting the season 4-1, EMU has gone 1-3 since Oct. 12.

Ohio last played Nov. 6 when it covered a 20.5-point spread in a 41-0 victory at the Kent State Golden Flashes. The win marked the Bobcats fourth in their last 5 games. OU is 4-0 at home this season.

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

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Eastern Michigan at Ohio 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 Tuesday at 5:01 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: Eastern Michigan +300 (bet $100 to win $300) | Ohio -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Eastern Michigan +10.5 (-110) | Ohio -10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 50.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Eastern Michigan at Ohio picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio 34, Eastern Michigan 20

Moneyline

No interest. PASS.

Against the spread

Since 2006, Ohio is 6-1 ATS across the last 7 EMU-OU contests.

The Eagles are a plus-7 in turnover margin and the Bobcats are a minus-8. The play-by-play and drive analytics peg Ohio as being the more efficient team. And OU has its offense, especially its running game, pointed in the right direction.

Add in a significant red-zone edge at both ends for the Bobcats.

BACK OHIO -10.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Over is 4-1 across EMU’s last 5 games and 3-1 in OU’s last 4.

The Bobcats have scored 88 points over their last 2 games. The Eagles run through a lot of plays each game and typically eclipse 45 passing attempts when trailing. Per TeamRankings.com, EMU’s average of 82.0 plays per game ranks second in the nation.

OU can be turnover-prone, and EMU has been good as taking away the football. Some turnover-induced short-field scores could well be part of the game flow here.

TAKE THE OVER 50.5 (-110) in this MACtion Wednesday night’er.

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Western Michigan at Bowling Green odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Western Michigan at Bowling Green odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Western Michigan Broncos (5-4, 4-1 MAC) and Bowling Green Falcons (5-4, 4-1) meet Tuesday at Doyt L. Perry Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Western Michigan vs. Bowling Green odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Broncos enter with a 4-1 conference record, as they look for a win to keep alive their chances at a berth in the MAC Championship Game in Detroit on Dec. 7.

Western Michigan was tripped up 42-28 last week at home against the Northern Illinois Huskies for its first conference setback. They had won the previous 4 games, while covering in 3 of those outings. The Over has cashed in 5 in a row, and 7 of the past 8 contests.

For Bowling Green, it steams in with 3 consecutive victories, but the Falcons are just 1-5 against the spread (ATS) in the past 6 contests. The Under is 4-1 in the past 5 games, too.

In this series, BGSU has won the past 2 meetings, with Western’s last win at Doyt L. Perry Stadium coming in 2018. The Falcons hold a 3-2 ATS edge in the past 5 meetings, with the Under cashing in the past 3 meetings, and 5 of the past 6 in the series.

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

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Western Michigan at Bowling Green 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 7:59 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Western Michigan +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Bowling Green -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread: Western Michigan +8.5 (-115) | Bowling Green -8.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 58.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Western Michigan at Bowling Green picks and predictions

Prediction

Bowling Green 34, Western Michigan 29

Moneyline

Bowling Green (-350) will cost you 3 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward.

Western Michigan (+260) has been playing good football, too, and this game should be surprisingly close.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Take WESTERN MICHIGAN +8.5 (-115) catching the points, as it should be able to keep this game within a single score.

Both teams are in a 4-way tie for first place in the MAC, and whomever wins becomes bowl eligible, so there is a lot on the line. This won’t be a blowout one way or the other, so back the underdogs to keep it close.

Over/Under

OVER 58.5 (-115) is a solid play in this MACtion on Tuesday night.

For the Broncos, it’s been all about the Over, while it’s all about the Under for the Falcons lately. Something’s gotta give.

Bowling Green has a respectable offense, and it should be able to hang in a high-scoring game with Western Michigan. QB Connor Bazelak has passed for 2,022 yards, 11 TDs and 4 INTs, so he can get it done when he has to. And don’t sleep on RB Terion Stewart of the Falcons, who can house it any time he touches the ball.

The Broncos have a strong passer in QB Hayden Wolff, and he has 16 TDs while completing 66.7% of his passes. And RB Jaden Nixon is a star, going for 847 yards, 7.3 yards per attempt and 12 rushing scores. That sounds good for points, right?

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Virginia at Pitt odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Virginia Cavaliers (4-4, 2-3 ACC) and 23rd-ranked Pitt Panthers (7-1, 3-1) meet Saturday at Acrisure Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Virginia vs. Pitt odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Cavaliers are in freefall, dropping 3 straight games. Virginia suffered a 41-14 loss against North Carolina last weekend as a 3.5-point favorite as the Under (59) cashed. The Hoos saw a 4-0 against the spread (ATS) run snapped. The Under has cashed in 3 of the past 4 outings, too.

Pitt headed down to Dallas last weekend undefeated through the first 7 games, but SMU handed the Panthers their lunch, 48-25. Pitt was 6-1 ATS in the first 7 games before the non-cover in Dallas. The Over (56) cashed, halting a 3-game Under run, too.

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Virginia at Pitt 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 11:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Virginia +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Pitt -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread: Virginia +7 (-110) | Pitt -7 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 57.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Virginia at Pitt picks and predictions

Prediction

Pitt 34, Virginia 28

Moneyline

Pitt (-275) will set you back nearly 3 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward.

The Panthers would be a bad play anyway, but especially after struggling last week on the road against SMU.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Take VIRGINIA +7 (-110) catching the points, but make sure to tread lightly.

The past couple of games have been a disaster for the Hoos, but they’ve had 2 weeks off to prepare. We should see a much better effort for Virginia after the long rest. In addition, UVA is 4-1 ATS in the past 5 outings, so it makes plenty of sense to back it.

Pitt -7 (-110) is 1-2 ATS in the past 3 games, and it is 1-2 ATS in the past 3 meetings with Virginia, too.

Over/Under

OVER 57.5 (-110) is a strong play in the Steel City.

The Over has cashed in the past 2 meetings, and the winner in 5 of the past 6 in the series has managed at least 30 points.

The total has gone low in 3 of the past 4 games for UVA, but the defense has allowed 44.5 PPG in the past 2 outings.

Pitt is good for 25 or more points in 7 of 8 outings this season, and it was dinged for 48 points last time out. The Panthers have averaged 44.8 PPG in 5 games at home, too.

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Nevada at Boise State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Nevada Wolf Pack (3-7, 0-4 Mountain West) and 14th-ranked Boise State Broncos (7-1, 4-0) meet Saturday at Albertsons Stadium in Boise. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Nevada vs. Boise State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Wolf Pack have dropped 3 in a row, while going 0-2-1 against the spread (ATS) since a 42-37 win over Oregon State on Oct. 12. The Over has cashed in 5 of the past 6 games, too, with Nevada allowing 24 or more points in 5 straight outings, with 34 or more points given up in 4 of 5 contests.

The Broncos roughed up San Diego State last weekend, 56-24, while covering as a 24-point favorite. The Broncos are 4-0-1 ATS in the past 5 games, and they’ve picked up 6 straight wins since a 37-34 loss to top-ranked Oregon in Eugene on Sept. 7.

Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty has racked up 1,525 rushing yards with 20 touchdowns in 8 games, while QB Maddux Madsen has passed for 1,789 yards, 17 touchdowns and 2 interceptions, while running for 121 yards and 2 TDs.

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

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Nevada at Boise State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Nevada +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | Boise State -2500 (bet $2,500 to win $100)
Against the spread: Nevada +23.5 (-110) | Boise State -23.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 60.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Nevada at Boise State picks and predictions

Prediction

Boise State 48, Nevada 20

Moneyline

Backing Boise State (-2500) would set you back 25 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward.

Even including the Broncos in a multi-leg parlay, or Same Game Parlay (SGP), is just way too expensive, with too much risk.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Back BOISE STATE -23.5 (-110) is worth playing at home, as the Broncos keep their foot on the gas in pursuit of a College Football Playoff spot.

Nevada +23.5 (-110) is technically still alive for a bowl game, but it needs to win out. It suddenly isn’t going to have urgency against the Broncos. In the past 2 games against unranked opponents Hawaii and Colorado State, the Wolf Pack have lost by an average margin of 19.0 PPG.

Over/Under

OVER 60.5 (-110) is worth a look, and it might be the best play on the board.

The Over has cashed in 5 of the past 6 games for Nevada, while allowing 34 or more points in 4 of the previous 5 contests, too.

As far as Boise State is concerned, the Over is 6-2 in 8 games this season, while scoring at least 28 points in every outing. It has allowed 24 or more points in 4 of the past 5 games, too.

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Oklahoma at Missouri odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Oklahoma Sooners (5-4, 1-4 SEC) take on the No. 22 Missouri Tigers (6-2, 2-2) at Memorial Stadium/Faurot Field Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:45 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Oklahoma vs. Missouri odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Sooners ended a 3-game losing streak by beating the brakes off Maine in a 59-14 cover as 36.5-point dogs. RB Jovantae Barnes rushed 18 times for 203 yards and 3 TDs. QB Jackson Arnold was 15-for-21 for 224 yards and 2 TDs.

So Oklahoma is taking on the No. 22 team in the country, in its building, and Mizzou is the underdog? What in tarnation?!? Let us explain…

Missouri QB Brady Cook (hand) is doubtful, and backup QB Drew Pyne has been horrendous as Cook has been banged up. Pyne has thrown for 248 yards, 0 TDs and 3 INTs. RB Nate Noel has been out with a foot injury, but is expected to return Saturday. Prized WR Luther Burden III has also been banged up with a shoulder injury and caught 3 balls for 3 yards last week and hasn’t scored a TD since Sept. 21. What was once a season full of college football playoff hopes has begun spiraling down the drain.

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

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Oklahoma at Missouri odds

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Moneyline (ML): Oklahoma -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Missouri +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread (ATS): Oklahoma -2.5 (-110) | Missouri +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Oklahoma at Missouri picks and predictions

Prediction

Oklahoma 24, Missouri 10

Moneyline

Two weeks ago, Cook made a miraculous comeback from the hospital to lead Mizzou past Auburn 21-17. Then, he hit his hand on the helmet of a defensive player early in the game against Alabama and was out. The Tigers were caged 34-0 and looked futile with a capital F.

I expect a better showing on offense with a week to prepare behind Pyne, but he has looked awful under center. Oklahoma isn’t the strongest of foes, but it was competitive with Tennessee and beat Auburn a few weeks ago.

I like Oklahoma here, but I’m going with the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

I like Oklahoma by at least a touchdown here, and this 2.5-point spread is likely to lengthen the closer we get to kickoff.

Take OKLAHOMA -2.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

The Sooners are 4-5 O/U thus far, and Missouri is 2-6. The Tigers’ offense was hit-or-miss even before Cook, Noel and Burden were injured. Without Cook, it has been a joke.

I like the UNDER 41.5 (-110) here.

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