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Colorado at Arizona State odds, picks and prediction

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

Conference play begins for the Pac-12 this weekend and Colorado (1-2) opens on the road against Arizona State (2-1) Saturday. Kickoff is at 10:30 p.m. ET at Sun Devil Stadium. Below, we look at the Colorado vs. Arizona State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

Colorado opened the season with a 35-7 win over Northern Colorado but has scored only 7 total points in two games since. The Buffaloes gave No. 7 Texas A&M a scare but fell 10-7 and then was shut out 30-0 by Minnesota. QB Brendon Lewis has just 1 touchdown pass through three games.

Arizona State started the season with a pair of big wins but could not overcome 16 penalties and 4 turnovers in a 27-17 loss to BYU on the road last week. The Sun Devils average 224.3 rushing yards per game and have scored 11 rushing touchdowns through three games.

Colorado at Arizona State odds, spread and lines

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Money line: Colorado +440 (bet $100 to win $440) | Arizona State -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Colorado +14.5 (-120) | Arizona State -14.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Colorado at Arizona State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona State 38, Colorado 13

Money line

Arizona State has been its own worst enemy and that was exposed by a quality BYU team. Colorado is not that team, as it has scored only 7 points in two games against FBS teams.

Colorado is 3-8 against ASU since joining the Pac-12, but it won three of the last four matchups.

This Arizona State team is going to be in the mix for the Pac-12 South title and is far more talented than Colorado this year. That said, with the line at -650 for the Sun Devils, PASS on the ML.

Against the spread

Arizona State failed to cover the spread in all three games this season. Colorado covered the spread in only its 10-7 loss to Texas A&M.

Arizona State is 5-1 ATS against Colorado at home in the last six head-to-head meetings and it is 4-2 ATS in its last six conference games.

Arizona State should be able to win easily.

Take ARIZONA STATE -14.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Neither team had a game hit the Over yet this season. With a projected total in the 40s, it is going to be easier to achieve.

Arizona State will get back on track and score in the 30s, while Colorado will get more than just a touchdown.

Take OVER 44.5 (-112).

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Villanova at Penn State odds, picks and prediction

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

The Villanova Wildcats (3-0) take on No. 8 Penn State Nittany Lions (3-0) Saturday. Kickoff is set for noon ET at Beaver Stadium. Below, we look at the Villanova vs. Penn State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

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The Wildcats will enter as heavy underdogs despite being 3-0. Villanova scored 102 points and gave up just 6 over its first two games. The Wildcats then topped Richmond 34-27 last week. ‘Nova went 2-2 last season.

The Nittany Lions have two one-score wins against top-25 opponents. QB Sean Clifford passed for at least 230 yards in all three games.

Villanova at Penn State odds, spread and lines

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Money line: Villanova +1500 (bet $100 to win $1,500) | Penn State -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Villanova +29.5 (-108) | Penn State -29.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Villanova at Penn State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Penn State 45, Villanova 20

Money line

PASS on the money line.

No one should ever be betting 15 times the potential return. College football upsets happen, and while this shouldn’t be one, the money line just isn’t worth it.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to VILLANOVA +29.5 (-108) as it has played solid football this season.

While Penn State has moved the ball with Clifford, its strength has been defense. The Nittany Lions gave up 20 or fewer points in all three games.

They managed a 31-point thrashing of Ball State two weeks ago, but that team was crushed by Wyoming. I expect Penn State to have control, but a 30-point win is unlikely.

‘Nova QB Daniel Smith had 2 or more touchdowns in each game this season. He can move the ball and threw for 350 yards against Richmond. He should be able to manage a few successful drives.

Over/Under

BET the OVER 53.5 (-108) as Penn State should be put up points.

Penn State put up 44 points against its only unranked opponent. If it can get into the 40s, this game should bounce over 53 points. ‘Nova has a competent offense, and we’ll see if it’s actually the real deal against an elite defense.

Again, Penn State should take care of business, but if Smith and company can put together two touchdowns, this Over should hit.

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Arizona at Oregon odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Arizona Wildcats at Oregon Ducks odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Arizona Wildcats (0-3) meet the No. 4 Oregon Ducks (3-0) Saturday in their Pac-12 conference opener at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Arizona vs. Oregon odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings according to the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

The Wildcats have been a disaster, losing narrowly against BYU in Las Vegas before getting routed by San Diego State 38-14 in Tucson, Ariz., Sept. 11. They hit rock bottom last week, however, falling to FCS Northern Arizona by a 21-19 count at home.

The Ducks struggled with Fresno State it the opener but quickly righted the ship for a monumental win at Ohio State Sept. 11. They didn’t take their foot off the gas, romping against FCS Stony Brook last week, 48-7.

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Arizona at Oregon odds, spread and lines

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Money line: Arizona +1300 (bet $100 to win $1,300) | Oregon -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Arizona +29.5 (-110) | Oregon -29.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 58.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Arizona at Oregon State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Oregon 55, Arizona 13

Money line

Oregon (-5000) is going to absolutely pound Arizona (+1300), and it isn’t even going to be close.

This used to be a tremendous rivalry, with close, epic games, and it will be again one day. But that won’t be Saturday.

AVOID, though, as you cannot risk 50 times your potential return.

Against the spread

I like OREGON -29.5 (-110), and was pleasantly surprised that the spread for this game wasn’t in the mid-30’s, at the least. The Wildcats couldn’t move the ball on NAU last week, and there is no way they amass much of anything against Oregon.

The Ducks run game is legit, with CJ Verdell and Travis Dye each gobbling up 5.4 yards per attempt. On the flip side, the Wildcats are coughing up 193.3 rushing yards per outing. It’s gonna be ugly, folks!

Over/Under

The best play on the board is the OVER 58.5 (-110), and I believe Oregon has the chance to take care of it all on their own. Arizona could still score in single digits, and this one could be a winning ticket, that’s how lopsided I think this game will be. But we’ll count on some garbage-time scores from Arizona to get them to double digits.

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California at Washington odds, picks and prediction

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

The California Golden Bears (1-2, 0-0 Pac-12) and Washington Huskies (1-2, 0-0) open up their Pac-12 seasons Saturday at Husky Stadium in Seattle. Kickoff is set for 9:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the California at Washington odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

Both teams are off to slow starts with losing records heading into this matchup. California’s only win came against Sacramento State (42-30 as a 23.5-point favorite), while Washington blew out Arkansas State 52-3 last week to avoid going 0-3.

California’s defense, which had been a staple under head coach Justin Wilcox, has allowed 448.3 yards per game (112th nationally) and most recently coughed up 467 yards to Sacramento State. The offense faces a Husky defense that has been stout through the air but gave up 343 rushing yards to Michigan in Week 2.

Washington has somewhat righted the ship with last week’s Arkansas State win, but it still has an embarrassing loss to FCS Montana (13-7) and blowout defeat to Michigan (31-10) fresh in bettor’s minds.

California at Washington odds, spread and lines

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Money line: California +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Washington -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): California +7.5 (-110) | Washington -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -120 | U: -105)

California at Washington odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Washington 24, California 20

Money line

Neither team has looked great so far, so it’s unlikely this one’s a blowout in either direction. In fact, Cal has won the last two games in this series by a combined total of three points.

A small-unit play on CALIFORNIA +260 makes sense in what should be yet another close game.

Against the spread

Washington at least enters this matchup with some positive momentum, but its collective body of work under head coach Jimmy Lake has been subpar since he took over in 2020 (2-5 ATS).

Despite Cal’s too-close-for-comfort win over Sacramento State last week, it has been competitive in its first two games against tougher competition (TCU, Nevada). Take CALIFORNIA +7.5 (-112) to cover here.

Over/Under

This is a low line, and for good reason. Washington has hit the Under in each of its first three games and the final scores in the last two games of this series (12-10 in 2018; 20-19 in 2019) haven’t sniffed Saturday’s line.

Take the UNDER 46.5 (-105).

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New Mexico at UTEP odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s New Mexico at UTEP odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Mexico Lobos (2-1) meet the UTEP Miners (2-1) Saturday at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas. Kickoff is schedule for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the New Mexico vs. UTEP odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Lobos opened 2-0 SU with narrow wins over FCS Houston Baptist and rival New Mexico State, but they were still feeling good. However, UNM crashed back to Earth with a 34-0 loss at Texas A&M, slipping to 0-3 ATS.

The Miners have also been feeling good, stopping New Mexico State 30-3 in the opener before a 38-28 win over FCS Bethune-Cookman. However, UTEP lost last time out at Boise State on Sept. 10, 54-13. The Over has cashed in each of the past two.

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New Mexico at UTEP odds, spread and lines

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Money line: New Mexico -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | UTEP +102 (bet $100 to win $102)
Against the spread (ATS): New Mexico -1.5 (-112) | UTEP +1.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

New Mexico at UTEP odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

UTEP 26, New Mexico 23

Money line

I love UTEP (+102) as short ‘dogs at home. The Sun Bowl hasn’t been a difficult place to play in recent seasons, but head coach Dana Dimel has things going in the right direction. The Miners stacked up 420.3 total yards per game, ranking 58th in the nation, and they’re 33rd overall with 199.0 rushing yards per outing.

While New Mexico (-125) has been strong against the run, this is an offense still struggling. They rank just 111th with 329.7 total yards per outing, and they’re 97th in the nation in both passing and rushing yards per game while going for just 20.3 PPG.

Against the spread

AVOID.

UTEP +1.5 (-108) isn’t as good of a value as playing the home side straight up, unless you really feel strongly New Mexico -1.5 (-112) is going to win by just one point. Just play the money line.

Over/Under

The UNDER 53.5 (-108) is the lean here. New Mexico just hasn’t produced enough offensively outside of its rivalry game with New Mexico State, a team with a traditionally poor defense. This won’t be a defensive slog, but it won’t be a track meet, either.

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Hawaii at New Mexico State odds, picks and prediction

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

The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (1-3) meet the New Mexico State Aggies (1-3) Saturday at Aggie Memorial Stadium in Las Cruces, N.M. Kickoff is schedule for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Hawaii vs. New Mexico State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Rainbow Warriors return to the mainland, and they hope the third time is a charm. Hawaii lost 44-10 at UCLA in Week 1 Aug. 28, and 45-27 at Oregon State Sept. 11, failing to cover in each. Hawaii did pick up its first cover last week in a 17-13 loss to San Jose State in the islands.

The Aggies started the season 0-3 SU, but they have been a friend of the bettor. New Mexico State won 43-35 against South Carolina State last week, and they’re 3-0 ATS across the past three outings after a loss and non-cover in Week 1 against UTEP.

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Hawaii at New Mexico State odds, spread and lines

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Money line: Hawaii -900 (bet $900 to win $100) | New Mexico State +570 (bet $100 to win $570)
Against the spread (ATS): Hawaii -17.5 (-107) | New Mexico State +17.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 62.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

Hawaii at New Mexico State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Hawaii 34, New Mexico State 23

Money line

The third time should be a charm for Hawaii (-900), as it gets its first win on the mainland after two failed trips. However, don’t risk nine times your potential return.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

NEW MEXICO STATE +17.5 (-115) is the play at home. They’re not going to win this game, but in the previous two weeks they have shown an ability to move the ball.

The problems for the Aggies are on defense, where they allow 450.5 yards per game and 274.3 passing yards per contest. That’s why they won’t win as Hawaii QB Chevan Cordeiro should finally be able to get on track. Still, the Aggies have covered three in a row, and they’ll hang around within two scores.

Over/Under

The UNDER 62.5 (-115) is the play here as Hawaii’s offense just hasn’t been the same as years past. They could have some much-needed success against New Mexico State as its defense has struggled.

There is just something missing from these Rainbow Warriors on the offensive side of the football, and their defense was surprisingly effective last week against a solid San Jose State offense. Therefore, the Under is the play.

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West Virginia at Oklahoma odds, picks and prediction

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

The West Virginia Mountaineers (2-1) travel to Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium Saturday to play the No. 3 Oklahoma Sooners (2-0). Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the West Virginia vs. Oklahoma odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings according to the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

West Virginia held off then-No. 15 Virginia Tech in Week 2 for a 27-21 victory as 1.5-point home favorites. The Mountaineers had a 17-point lead entering halftime and Virginia Tech made it a one-score game with 3:10 remaining but failed to score inside West Virginia’s 10-yard line in the final minute.

Oklahoma also squeaked past unranked Nebraska 23-16 as 22.5-point home favorites Saturday. The Sooners were outgained 6.1-5.9 yards per play against the Cornhuskers and Oklahoma QB Spencer Rattler had a mediocre passing performance, completing just 24-of-34 passes with just 214 yards and 1 TD.

Since Oklahoma head coach Lincoln Riley took over the program in 2017, the Sooners is 3-0 overall and 2-1 against the spread vs. the Mountaineers, winning by an average score of 57.0-33.7.

West Virginia at Oklahoma odds, spread and lines

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Money line: West Virginia +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Oklahoma -850 (bet $850 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): West Virginia +17.5 (-110) | Oklahoma -17.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

West Virginia at Oklahoma odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Oklahoma 45, West Virginia 21

Money line

PASS since the Sooners are obviously the right side, but Oklahoma (-850) is accurately lined and well out of my price range for a money line favorite.

It’s hard to see any value in West Virginia (+550) even at that chunky payout considering how one-sided this series has been since Riley came to Norman, Okla.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to OKLAHOMA -17.5 (-110) for a half unit only because we are getting to the party a little late and 17 is a key number in football.

However, this is a “pros vs. joes” spot in the betting market with the presumed sharp money surprisingly willing to lay it with the Sooners. According to Pregame.com, more than 70% of the cash wagered is on Oklahoma, but roughly 60% of the bets placed are on West Virginia.

The Sooners being a mainstay in the College Football Playoff race and one of the most high-profile football programs in the nation are the reasons why it’s surprising a majority of the public is backing the Mountaineers. But, typically, it’s more profitable in sports betting to follow the money – especially when it’s headed in the opposite direction as the public.

Moreover, Oklahoma’s sluggish Week 2 performance gives me confidence the Sooners will come out angry and want to make a statement at home vs. West Virginia. This should be a get-right game for Oklahoma’s offense.

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Over/Under

Slight “LEAN” to the OVER 56.5 (-108) for a tiny wager if at all because the sharp side of the market is backing the Under whereas the public and I are feeling the Over in this spot.

The last three West Virginia-Oklahoma meetings have gone Over the total and if the Sooners have their offense humming then I’m expecting a lot of garbage time.

Oklahoma’s defense is below average in explosive rate among Power 5 football programs in non-garbage time. While West Virginia’s offense has one of the best non-garbage time explosive rates among Power 5 schools.

If the Sooners are having success on offense, I could see Oklahoma taking its foot off the gas and allowing West Virginia to push this game Over the total in the fourth quarter.

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Nebraska at Michigan State odds, picks and prediction

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

The Nebraska Cornhuskers (2-2, 0-1 Big Ten) and No. 21 Michigan State Spartans (3-0, 1-0) kick-off at 7:00 p.m. ET this Saturday at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan. Below, we look at the Nebraska at Michigan State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings according to the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

Michigan State has navigated the early part of its schedule with ease, going 3-0 with a marquee win at Miami (38-17) last week. RB Kenneth Walker III has been nearly unstoppable, rushing for 493 yards (8.6 yards per carry) with 5 TDs thus far. The Spartan defense hasn’t allowed more than 21 points in any of its first three games.

Nebraska has recovered from its embarrassing opening-week loss to Illinois, covering comfortably in each of its last three games. The Cornhuskers are coming off a near-upset as a 22.5-point underdog at No. 3 Oklahoma last week. Nebraska’s rushing defense ranks 81st in the nation (156.5 yards per game), which could be a problem against Michigan State’s balanced attack.

Nebraska at Michigan State odds, spread and lines

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Money line: Nebraska +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Michigan State -205 (bet $205 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Nebraska +4.5 (-112) | Michigan State -4.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Nebraska at Michigan State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Michigan State 31, Nebraska 23

Money line

The Spartans have the more impressive resume of these two teams, but at -205, you should target better odds against the spread and PASS on the money line.

Against the spread

While Nebraska has looked better of late, its only two wins this year are to Buffalo and FCS Fordham. Conversely, Michigan State has two Power 5 wins (Northwestern and Miami) and has covered the spread easily in both of those games.

Look for MICHIGAN STATE -4.5 (-108) to keep rolling here as Nebraska deals with a potential hangover effect after the near-win over Oklahoma last week.

Over/Under

Target the OVER 54.5 (-108) here as both offenses have been able to move the ball this year. Nebraska ranks 25th nationally in yards per game (481.3) and Michigan State is 14th (520.0), while both defenses are allowing 345+ yards per game so far.

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Clemson at NC State odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Clemson Tigers at NC State Wolfpack odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 7 Clemson Tigers (2-1, 1-0 ACC) and NC State Wolfpack (2-1, 0-0) square off Saturday at Carter-Finley Stadium in Raleigh, N.C. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Clemson at NC State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings according to the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

Despite all its talent and lofty preseason ranking, Clemson has failed to cover the spread in any of its first three games, most recently squeaking out a 14-8 win over Georgia Tech as a 27.5-point favorite. The offense is averaging just 22.0 points per game and its 322.7 yards per game ranks 114th in the country.

NC State lost 24-10 on the road at Mississippi State in Week 2, but they’ve sandwiched that dud with two blowout wins against South Florida (45-0) and FCS Furman (45-7). The Wolfpack’s defense has been stout, particularly against the run (72.7 yards per game; 14th nationally).

Clemson at NC State odds, spread and lines

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Money line: Clemson -420 (bet $420 to win $100) | NC State +320 (bet $100 to win $320)
Against the spread (ATS): Clemson -10.5 (-105) | NC State +10.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Clemson at NC State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Clemson 27, NC State 20

Money line

Picking NC State to win outright is a longshot—Clemson has won the last eight games in this series—but the Tigers haven’t played well enough to justify a minuscule money line return.

PASS and target the spread instead.

Against the spread

Clemson is certainly the more talented team, but giving 9.5 points on the road in a hostile environment is asking a lot for an offense that hasn’t clicked all year.

The Wolfpack have been great at home recently, covering seven of their last eight games at Carter-Finley Stadium since the start of last season.

Look for NC STATE +10.5 (-120) to keep Clemson out of the end zone just enough to keep this within single digits.

Over/Under

Given Clemson’s struggles on offense with NC State’s stout defense, it’s no surprise to see a pretty low number here. Five of these teams’ six combined games have hit the Under this year, so go to that well again until either offense proves it can score.

Take the UNDER 47.5 (-105).

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North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Georgia Tech Yellow odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 20 North Carolina Tar Heels (2-1, 1-1 ACC) meet the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (1-2, 0-1) Saturday in a neutral-site game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the North Carolina vs. Georgia Tech odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

After a loss at Virginia Tech in its opener, North Carolina has rattled off a pair of wins and covers against Georgia State and Virginia. The offense has found itself, too, going for 59 points in each outing.

Georgia Tech played Clemson tough last week in Death Valley, falling just 14-8 as 27.5-point underdogs for a second consecutive cover. This is Georgia Tech’s first meeting with UNC since a 38-22 loss Oct. 5, 2019, in Atlanta.

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North Carolina vs. Georgia Tech odds, spread and lines

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Money line: North Carolina -520 (bet $520 to win $100) | Georgia Tech +370 (bet $100 to win $370)
Against the spread (ATS): North Carolina -13.5 (-120) | Georgia Tech +13.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 65.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

North Carolina vs. Georgia Tech odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

North Carolina 44, Georgia Tech 23

Money line

North Carolina (-520) is going to win this game, but you cannot wager more than five times your potential return.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

NORTH CAROLINA -13.5 (-120) is a great play as just under a two-touchdown favorite. Yes, the Georgia Tech +13.5 (-105) defense was impressive at Clemson, but that Tigers team has some issues on offense. The Heels have no such issues right now, going for 118 combined points in the past two efforts.

I think QB Sam Howell and company roll up big first-half points and cruise to a win in this neutral-site affair.

Over/Under

The OVER 65.5 (-107) is the play, as I could never suggest an Under in a Carolina game. The Heels are just rolling along on offense, ticking off Over results in the past two games nearly on their own. The offense of the Ramblin’ Wreck concerns me a little, but I think even they’ll be able to move the ball against this very giving Heels D, too.

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