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Mid-American Conference best bets for Week 3

Looking at the best Mid-American Conference (MAC) bets for Week 3, based on the college football odds and lines at Tipico Sportsbook.

The Mid-American Conference (MAC) had a decent showing in Week 2. Toledo put up a strong performance at Notre Dame before coming up just short, while Miami (Ohio) also had a near-miss in Minnesota. Below, we look at the best bets from the Mid-American Conference in Week 3, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

MAC best bets for Week 3

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:10 a.m. ET.

Eastern Michigan (-21.5, -110) at Massachusetts (Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET)

The Eagles put up a decent enough fight at Wisconsin last week by limiting the Badgers to just 34 points; however, the Eagles also managed just 7 points. They’re 0-2 ATS with two Under results to date.

So why is EMU laying more than three touchdowns on the road? Well, the truth of the matter is, UMass is a horrific football team, especially on the defensive side of the ball.

Pittsburgh routed UMass 51-7 Sept. 4, and Boston College roughed up the Minutemen 45-28 last week, although the home side did cover the 38.5-point number rather comfortably. UMass has allowed 543.5 total yards per game, including 298.0 passing yards per contest and 48.0 points per game.

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Murray State at Bowling Green (ML, -112) (Saturday at 5 p.m. ET)

Murray State plays for a second consecutive weekend in the state of Ohio, after falling at Cincinnati last week by a 42-7 count.

The Racers actually fired out to a 7-0 lead early in the second quarter, as QB Preston Rice punched in a run from 1-yard out. That served as a wake-up call, however, as the Bearcats registered 42 unanswered points.

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Bowling Green is still searching for its first victory of the season. The defense actually hasn’t been terrible and the Falcons played a complete first half at Tennessee in the opener Sept. 2, before falling apart in the second half in a 38-6 loss. Last week, the Falcons played a solid South Alabama team tough but lost 22-19. Bowling Green covered and the Under hit in each outing.

Bowling Green actually held the lead heading into the fourth quarter before USA outscored it 10-0. Against an FCS team, even a good one, the Falcons should play a full 60-minute game and pick up a win and cover.

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Stanford at Vanderbilt odds, picks and prediction

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

The Stanford Cardinal (1-1) and Vanderbilt Commodores (1-1) meet for a non-conference matchup Saturday at Vanderbilt Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Stanford at Vanderbilt odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

Stanford is coming off an impressive 42-28 win against rival USC last week. It might have found its man in doing so with QB Tanner McKee, who went 16-for-23 for 234 yards and 2 TD after splitting duties with Jack West in Week 1. The Cardinal rush defense has been porous (192.5 yards per game), but they’ve been pretty stout against the pass through two games.

Vanderbilt recovered from an embarrassing Week 1 loss to East Tennessee State by knocking off Colorado State 24-21 on the road in Week 2. It was the Commodores’ first win since the 2019 season. The run game has been a problem for Vanderbilt both offensively (94.5 yards per game; 114th nationally) and defensively (193.0 yards allowed per game; 103rd nationally).

Stanford at Vanderbilt odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Stanford -520 (bet $520 to win $100) | Vanderbilt +370 (bet $100 to win $370)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Stanford -12.5 (-108) | Vanderbilt -12.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Stanford at Vanderbilt odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Stanford 34, Vanderbilt 20

Money line

It’s hard to see Vanderbilt winning this one straight up given how it’s looked in its first two games. PASS on the money line given the minuscule payout on Stanford.

Against the spread

Despite the win over Colorado State last week, Vanderbilt was outgained by over 100 yards and this will be its first game against a Power 5 opponent.

Stanford showed significant improvement from Week 1 to Week 2 and looked crisp on offense with McKee under center.

There’s some hangover risk on the road after the Cardinal’s big win over USC last week, but STANFORD -12.5 (-108) is the play.

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Over/Under

Take the OVER 49.5 (-105) on what looks like a pretty low line. All but two of Stanford’s last eight games have gone over this number dating back to last season.

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Auburn at Penn State odds, picks and prediction

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

The Auburn Tigers (2-0) and Penn State Nittany Lions (2-0) meet Saturday at Beaver Stadium in State College, Penn. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Auburn vs. Penn State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Tigers, No. 20 in the AFCA Coaches Poll, powered by USA TODAY Sports, have been on fire offensively, although they haven’t exactly been tested by the best.

Auburn rolled Akron 60-10 in its home opener, covering a 37-point number. Last week, they spanked FCS Alabama State 62-0, covering a 49.5-point spread. The Over has cashed in each game.

The Nittany Lions, No. 12 in the poll, opened the season on the road with a 16-10 upset of Wisconsin while picking up a 44-13 win over Ball State last week to cover a 23-point number. They’re 2-0 ATS, while hitting the Under in each outing.

Auburn at Penn State odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Auburn +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Penn State -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Auburn +4.5 (-115) | Penn State -4.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Auburn at Penn State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Auburn 30, Penn State 27

Money line

AUBURN (+160) hits the road for the first time, and they are rolling along on offense. This will easily be its biggest test of the season after a couple of layups at home. However, this offense has a ton of confidence, and if anybody is going to solve the Penn State (-200) offense, it’s Auburn.

Against the spread

AUBURN +4.5 (-115) is worth a play with the points if you don’t quite trust them to go to Happy Valley to pull off the outright win.

The Tigers have registered 575.5 total yards per game in the first two games against Akron and Alabama State, including 340.0 rushing yards per contest. While that’s all well and good, they won’t be able to thrash this Penn State defense.

Penn State -4.5 (-105) has allowed just 327.0 total yards per game and 121.5 rushing yards per outing. You can expect the Auburn offense to be not quite as powerful, but you can also expect the Penn State defense to not be as suffocating.

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Over/Under

OVER 52.5 (-112) is the play here as Auburn’s offense has been playing well and rolling up huge numbers. They’ll take a step back, as Penn State has a solid defense, and this is the first road test for the Tigers.

These teams have the skill position players to push for a total in the high 50’s to near 60.

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South Carolina at Georgia odds, picks and prediction

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

The South Carolina Gamecocks (2-0) and Georgia Bulldogs (2-0) meet Saturday at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the South Carolina vs. Georgia odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Gamecocks have gotten off to a decent start, topping FCS Eastern Illinois by a 46-0 score as a 31.5-point favorite Sept. 4. South Carolina then passed its first road test with a 20-17 victory at East Carolina, pushing on the number. The Under has cashed in each outing.

The Bulldogs, No. 2 in the AFCA Coaches Poll, powered by USA TODAY Sports, started off with an impressive 10-3 win over Clemson in a neutral-site game in Charlotte, hitting the Under. They then didn’t suffer a letdown, returning home to spank defending Conference USA champ UAB by a 56-7 score. UGA is 2-0 ATS to date, splitting its totals 1-1.

South Carolina at Georgia odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: South Carolina +1500 (bet $100 to win $1,500) | Georgia -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): South Carolina +31.5 (-115) | Georgia -31.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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South Carolina at Georgia odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Georgia 38, South Carolina 10

Money line

Georgia (-10000) is an overwhelming favorite, but South Carolina (+1500) has been a thorn in its side over the years. You can’t risk $100 for every $1 in profit. Over the long term it’s a losing strategy.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

SOUTH CAROLINA +31.5 (-115) won its last trip to Athens Oct. 12, 2019, scoring a 20-17 win in overtime as 20.5-point underdogs. That is its only win in the past six outings, although the Gamecocks have won five of the previous 11 meetings, so the series has been surprisingly even lately.

The Gamecocks have won two of their past five trips to Athens, and they’re 6-2 ATS in the past eight trips. The road team is 5-0 ATS in the past five meetings in this series, too.

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Over/Under

OVER 47.5 (-108) is the lean here despite the dominance of Georgia’s defense. Yes, UGA has limited the opposition to just 10 total points in two games, but the Over is the trend when these teams get together.

The Over is 6-2 in the past eight meetings, and the Over is 7-3 in South Carolina’s past 10 SEC games. The Over is 4-0 in the past four home games for UGA, and 5-2 across the past seven games overall, including 1-1 this season.

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Alabama at Florida odds, picks and prediction

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

The Alabama Crimson Tide (2-0) and Florida Gators (2-0) meet Saturday at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Alabama vs. Florida odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Crimson Tide, No. 1 in the AFCA Coaches Poll, powered by USA TODAY Sports, won their first two games with relative ease. They worked over Miami 44-13 in a neutral-site game in Atlanta, before pushing past FCS Mercer by a 48-14 count.

The No. 9 Gators trail 26-14 in the all-time series and dropped each of the last seven head-to-head meetings. Each of the last three contests were in the SEC Championship Game, including a 52-46 loss last season.

Alabama at Florida odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Alabama -600 (bet $600 to win $100) | Florida +420 (bet $100 to win $420)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Alabama -14.5 (-108) | Florida +14.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 59.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Alabama at Florida odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Alabama 41, Florida 24

Money line

Alabama (-600) will cost you six times your potential return, and that’s just too risky in a battle between Top 10 teams, especially taking the favorite on the road.

AVOID, and focus on the spread.

Against the spread

ALABAMA -14.5 (-108) heads into Saturday favored by more than two touchdowns. At the beginning of the season, this might have seemed like a crazy line; however, after completely burying Miami, and having an offense that looks like a well-oiled machine, it isn’t so crazy.

QB Bryce Young has looked tremendous so far. Florida also has a new quarterback. Actually, it has two; QB Emory Jones has been starting, but QB Anthony Richardson has shown tremendous athleticism and versatility. Both are dual-threat options, but facing a ‘Bama defense is much different than lighting up subpar FAU and South Florida defenses.

We’ll get a good idea where this Florida team is, and it’ll likely to go down by more than two touchdowns against a superior team.

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Over/Under

OVER 59.5 (-112) is the play. Remember, last season these teams met in an epic 52-46 battle, easily hitting the Over. Yes, QBs Mac Jones and Kyle Trask were under center for these teams, but the replacements have looked effective.

The Over is 7-3-1 in Alabama’s last 11 games against teams with a wining record, while the Over is 5-0 in Florida’s last five contests against winning teams. Look for plenty of fireworks.

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Central Michigan at LSU odds, picks and prediction

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

The Central Michigan Chippewas (1-1) and LSU Tigers (1-1) meet Saturday at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rogue, La. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Central Michigan vs. LSU odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Chippewas opened the season on the road against an SEC team, falling 34-24 at Missouri. The Chips covered that game as 13.5-point underdogs, and then covered their home opener in Mount Pleasant by a 45-0 count against FCS Robert Morris. The Under hit in each of their outings.

The Tigers topped McNeese State and head coach Ed Orgeron’s son Cody in Baton Rouge last weekend, 34-7, although they failed to cover the 38.5-point spread. They also failed to cover as 1.5-point favorites in their opening game loss at UCLA. They have split the Over/Under 1-1.

Central Michigan at LSU odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Central Michigan +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | LSU -1000 (bet $1,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Central Michigan +19.5 (-112) | LSU -19.5 (-108)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 60.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Central Michigan at LSU odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

LSU 41, Central Michigan 17

Money line

LSU (-1000) will cost you 10 times your potential return. The Tigers have had plenty of issues on offense and were only able to muster up 34 points against their FCS visitors last week.

It’s always risky to bet this heavy of a favorite straight up, but even more so with as shaky as LSU has been.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

LSU -19.5 (-108) is the lean here, but don’t be surprised to see Central Michigan hang in this game for at least the first half.

The Chips have covered their first two games, including a trip to Columbia to battle Mizzou. While many might gravitate to the visitors because of their 2-0 ATS mark, and especially considering LSU’s 0-2 ATS record, the Tigers are going to piece it together soon or later.

This is a tough spot for Central, including a bout with the heat and humidity of Louisiana. I think LSU pulls away in the second half due to a number of factors, including speed, the heat and more.

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Over/Under

UNDER 60.5 (-110) is worth a small-unit play. The Under has connected in each of CMU’s two outings, while LSU has struggled offensively and hit the Under in its only home game.

LSU will keep Central Michigan mostly in check, and while I expect the Tigers to be better offensively this one will still be Under.

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New Mexico at Texas A&M odds, picks and prediction

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

The New Mexico Lobos (2-0) and Texas A&M Aggies (2-0) meet Saturday at Kyle Field in College Station. Kickoff is scheduled for Noon ET. Below, we look at the New Mexico at Texas A&M odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Lobos have won each of their first two games, but each contest was close. They edged FCS Houston Baptist 27-17 Sept. 2 before pushing past rival New Mexico State 34-25 last Saturday. They’re 0-2 ATS, with an averaging winning margin of just 9.5 PPG.

The Aggies, No. 5 in the AFCA Coaches Poll, powered by USA TODAY Sports, rolled up 41 points in a victory against Kent State in the opener Sept. 4. They had its first test away from home in a neutral-site game in Denver against Colorado, winning a 10-7 defensive battle.

New Mexico at Texas A&M odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: New Mexico +1500 (bet $100 to win $1,500) | Texas A&M -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): New Mexico +29.5 (-105) | Texas A&M -29.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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New Mexico at Texas A&M odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas A&M 38, New Mexico 6

Money line

You can’t play Texas A&M (-10000), as a $100 play on the money line would return just $1 in profit. That’s a ridiculous long-term betting strategy.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

TEXAS A&M -29.5 (-115) is a very good play here. New Mexico +29.5 (-112) has failed to cover each of its first two games against inferior opponents. The only concern for the Aggies is the fact QB Zach Calzada will get the start with QB Haynes King suffering an ankle injury against Colorado, and he is expected to be sidelined at least a month.

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Over/Under

UNDER 49.5 (-108) is the best play on the board here.

A&M will be breaking in a new quarterback, and he looked a little shaky against Colorado. However, the defense was superb against both Colorado and Kent State, so don’t expect New Mexico to be able to do much. They have struggled against the likes of HBU and New Mexico State, they’re not moving the ball at will against A&M, especially in front of the 12th man.

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Tulane at Mississippi odds, picks and prediction

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

The Tulane Green Wave (1-1) and Mississippi Rebels (2-0) meet Saturday at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Miss. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Tulane vs. Mississippi odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Green Wave have overcome a lot so far this season, dealing with Hurricane Ida on campus, and then having its marquee game against Oklahoma moved for Week 1.

Tulane has responded well, falling 40-35 in a near-miss against the Sooners for an easy cover, before spanking Morgan State of the FCS by a 69-20 score last week to cover a 47.5-point number. Tulane is also a friend of the Over bettor going a perfect 2-for-2 so far.

The Rebels, No. 16 in the AFCA Coaches Poll, powered by USA TODAY Sports, have also dealt with some adversity.

Head coach Lane Kiffin missed the opener in Atlanta against Louisville after testing positive due to COVID-19. They showed tremendous poise, manhandling the Cardinals 43-24. They came home and roughed up FCS Austin Peay 54-17, flexing more offensive muscle.

Tulane at Mississippi odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Tulane +440 (bet $100 to win $440) | Mississippi -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Tulane +14.5 (-115) | Mississippi -14.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 76.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Tulane at Mississippi odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Mississippi 47, Tulane 38

Money line

Mississippi (-650) is going to win this game, and they have the tools on offense to put up a lot of points. But this Tulane (+440) is battle tested, on and off the field, and they are going to give the Rebels its best fight of the season.

Risking six-and-a-half times your potential return is not recommended, especially against a dangerous offense like Tulane, who went toe-to-toe with Oklahoma.

AVOID.

Against the spread

TULANE +14.5 (-115) catching more than two touchdowns is a good play. They exchanged blows with Oklahoma and came up just short against the Sooners and their Heisman Trophy candidate quarterback.

The Green Wave will face another great signal caller, as QB Matt Corral is a tremendous player. However, the Green Wave won’t be intimidated by the Rebels, or the scene in “The Grove”, after all they’ve been through in the past month. I like them to put up another good fight, and grab a third straight cover, before falling short on the scoreboard in the end.

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Over/Under

OVER 76.5 (-105) is worth a look. The scoreboard operator at Vaught-Hemingway better be ready, and hopefully they have replaced the lightbulbs before kickoff. Because the scoreboard is going to get lit up.

Ole Miss has rolled up 599.5 total yards of offense, good for fourth in the nation, while scoring 48.5 PPG. The defense has been good, but not great, allowing 20.5 PPG.

Tulane has registered 52.0 PPG in two outings while posting 490.0 total yards per outing. And they’re allowing 30.0 PPG. This will be like a video game with huge offensive totals and points. Enjoy the ride.

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Ohio at Louisiana odds, picks and prediction

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

The Ohio Bobcats (0-2) and Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (1-1) meet Thursday at Cajun Field in Lafayette, La. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Ohio vs. Louisiana odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Bobcats have been in freefall in the post-Frank Solich era. He elected to retire in mid-July and turned over the keys to Tim Albin. The latter is still searching for his first win after a 29-9 loss to Syracuse and 28-26 setback to FCS Duquesne last weekend.

The Ragin’ Cajuns opened the season in the Top 25, but quickly tumbled out of the rankings after a 38-18 dusting at Texas Sept. 4. They rebounded with a 27-24 over FCS Nicholls State, but they failed to cover the spread in each game. The Under is 2-0 for Louisiana.

Ohio at Louisiana odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Ohio +700 (bet $100 to win $700) | Louisiana -1200 (bet $1,200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Ohio +20.5 (-107) | Louisiana -20.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Ohio at Louisiana odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Louisiana 38, Ohio 16

Money line

Louisiana is looking for its most complete performance of the season, and a visit from Ohio should be the elixir to cure its ills.

The Bobcats have really had a difficult time moving the ball, posting just 326.5 total yards and 17.5 points per game. Defensively, they haven’t been very good, either. Still, risking 12 times your potential return on Louisiana is just too much, and over the long term that’s a bad betting strategy.

AVOID.

Against the spread

LOUISIANA -20.5 (-115) has had its fair share of struggles so far, getting pounded at Texas, before narrowly escaping against Nicholls.

The big problem for the Ragin’ Cajuns is that their run game has struggled. They should be able to get things going against Ohio), a team that lost outright last week as a 28.5-point favorite. Confidence is at an all-time low for the Bobcats, and hitting the road to play a tough Louisiana side in the heat and humidity of the south is not what the doctor ordered for the visitors.

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Over/Under

UNDER 56.5 (-107) is worth a small-unit play. Ohio’s defense has struggled through the first two games and while Louisiana is a solid passing team, it has had issues getting the run game going.

The Cajuns might spend plenty of time early trying to establish the run and Under bettors love when that happens, as running the ball means the clock keeps running.

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Idaho State at Nevada odds, picks and prediction

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

Another week of college football is here and the Nevada Wolf Pack (1-0) will play its home opener against the Idaho State Bengals (0-1) of the FCS. Kickoff is set for Saturday night at 10:30 p.m. ET at Mackay Stadium in Reno, Nev. Below, we look at the Idaho State vs. Nevada odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

Idaho State began its season with a 35-14 home loss to North Dakota. QB Tyler Vander Waal threw 3 interceptions and the team managed to rush for only 72 yards.

Nevada picked up an upset win on the road against California last week. The Wolf Pack rallied from down 14-0 in the first quarter to win 22-17. Junior QB Carson Strong had 312 passing yards and threw 2 touchdowns in the win.

Idaho State at Nevada odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Idaho State +1500 (bet $100 to win $1500) | Nevada -10000 (bet $10000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Idaho State +34.5 (-115) | Nevada -34.5 (-107)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Idaho State at Nevada odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Nevada 48, Idaho State 10

Money line

It is a hard PASS on the money line. Nevada is 8-1 against non-major opponents dating back to 2010 and that one loss happened to be a 30-28 defeat at the hands of Idaho State in 2017. However, that is definitely the exception.

Idaho State is not only considered a lesser opponent, but it also has not been a good team in the FCS. The Bengals have gone 15-26 over the last five years and 1-19 in their last 20 road games.

There is just no upside to betting the money line unless you think there is a real chance at an upset. That isn’t going to be this game and betting the favorite wins you 10 cents for every $10 you wager.

Against the spread

Idaho State lost by 21 points at home against a fellow non-major school as 10.5-point underdogs last week.

Nevada beat a Pac-12 team on the road as 3-point underdogs. Nevada’s strength early in the season appears to be its defense. After Cal scored touchdowns and had 10 first downs on their first two possessions against Nevada, it scored only 3 points the rest of the way and was held to four three-and-outs and only seven first downs the rest of the way.

Take NEVADA -34.5 (-107).

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Over/Under

Five of Nevada’s last nine non-major games had a total of at least 55 points and the last time these two teams faced one another, the game had a total 58 points.

Take OVER 53.5 (-110).

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