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Hawaii at Oregon State odds, picks and prediction

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

It’s a late-night affair Saturday in Corvallis, Ore., as the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (1-1) and Oregon State Beavers (0-1) face off at 11 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Hawaii at Oregon State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

Hawaii’s opening week loss to UCLA in Week Zero doesn’t look as bad given the Bruins’ win over LSU last Saturday. The Rainbow Warriors came out sharp in their second game and scored 28 first-quarter points against Portland State en route to a 49-35 win. QB Chevan Cordeiro threw for 305 yards with 3 TD.

Oregon State dropped its opener 30-21 at Purdue. The Beavers didn’t run the ball well as their top two RBs combined for just 51 yards on 15 carries, but the offense looked better once QB Chance Nolan (10-for-16, 157) replaced starter Sam Noyer in the third quarter. They gave up 401 total yards, including over 313 through the air, which could be a problem against a Hawaii team that likes to throw.

Hawaii at Oregon State odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Hawaii +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Oregon State -475 (bet $475 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Hawaii +12.5 (-108) | Oregon State -12.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 64.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Hawaii at Oregon State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Oregon State 34, Hawaii 27

Money line

A small-unit value-based play on HAWAII (+340) to pull off the upset makes sense given the extra game under its belt and Oregon State’s mediocre debut.

Against the spread

Neither of these two teams has fared well against the spread recently; Hawaii has dropped its last four while Oregon State has lost its last three. With some uncertainty around the Beavers’ passing game, look for HAWAII +12.5 (-108) to score enough points to keep this close.

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Over/Under

Hawaii has hit the Under in three of its last four games and given the Beavers’ slow start in the running game, go with the UNDER 64.5 (-115) in this one.

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Illinois at Virginia odds, picks and prediction

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

The Illinois Fighting Illini (1-1) visit the Virginia Cavaliers (1-0) for an 11 a.m. ET Saturday game at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, Va. Below, we look at the Illinois vs. Virginia odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Illini defeated Nebraska in Week 0 and then lost to Texas-San Antonio Sept. 4. Both contests were one-score games. Sixth-year senior QB Brandon Peters was knocked out of the opener due to a left shoulder injury. Peters started practicing last week but did not play in the loss to UTSA.

The Cavaliers logged a 43-0 win over FCS William & Mary in their season opener. Virginia got off to a slow start, but junior QB Brennan Armstrong went 21-for-31 for 339 passing yards and led the Wahoos to an eventual 43-0 shutout. UVA enters Saturday’s tilt 13-1 straight up over its last 13 games at Scott Stadium.

Illinois at Virginia odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Illinois +320 (bet $100 to win $320) | Virginia -420 (bet $420 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Illinois +10.5 (-108) | Virginia -10.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Illinois at Virginia odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Virginia 35, Illinois 23

Money line

PASS on the juice-filled prices that come with expected win percentages around 75-80%. One would have to figure Virginia as a near-85% proposition to unlock even a little value on the money line.

Against the spread

The Fighting Illini are 0-4 ATS in their last four non-conference games. Illinois is more banged up injury-wise after two games, and there is a question mark at quarterback.

The Cavaliers are 4-0 ATS in their last four games as home favorites. UVA held rushers to 3.7 yards per carry in 2020 and that figures as a key matchup here.

Head coach Bronco Mendenhall has gotten some impressive first-month performances out of the Wahoos. Over games one and two, his UVA squads have gone 6-for-6 ATS.

BACK THE CAVALIERS -10.5 (-112).

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Over/Under

There are questions about the Illinois offense but a general lean toward the decent possibility of 60-plus points on a good-weather day at UVA. Consider a line watch and a pounce on a total south of 55 points.

At the listed total, figure a partial-unit play — backing the OVER 55.5 (-107) — as the best bet.

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UTEP at Boise State odds, picks and prediction

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

The UTEP Miners (2-0) and Boise State Broncos (0-1) meet Friday at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. Kickoff is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the UTEP vs. Boise State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Miners pushed past Bethune-Cookman of the FCS 38-28 last Saturday, moving to 2-0 straight up for the first time since 2005. UTEP has won three games in a row at the Sun Bowl for the first time since 2014 as well. Now, the Miners hit the road and will try to keep up the consistency.

The Broncos jumped out to a 21-0 lead at UCF Sept. 2, and held a 24-14 halftime lead. However, the Knights came all the way back for a 36-31 win to send the Bounce House into pandemonium. Now, the Broncos are back on the Smurf Turf for the first time this season.

UTEP at Boise State odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: UTEP +1300 (bet $100 to win $1,300) | Boise State -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): UTEP +25.5 (-108) | Boise State -25.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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UTEP at Boise State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Boise State 44, UTEP 17

Money line

The start for UTEP (+1300) has been tremendous, but it’s not going to Boise State (-5000) and winning. However, you also can’t risk $100 on the host for only $2 in potential winnings.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

BOISE STATE -25.5 (-112) is the play at home. The Broncos are going to be awfully frustrated after blowing a big lead last week at UCF, and they’ll take it out on head coach Dana Dimel’s Miners.

UTEP has been a feel-good story with two early wins, but New Mexico State and FCS Bethune-Cookman aren’t in the same neighborhood as a trip to Boise State.

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Over/Under

OVER 56.5 (-108) is the slight lean here, although only a small-unit play is warranted. Boise State’s offense was clicking early, and it will be able to put up a healthy amount of yardage and points here. The concern is if UTEP can get into the end zone. You’ll likely need at least two touchdowns from the Miners to eclipse the total.

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Pittsburgh at Tennessee odds, picks and prediction

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

The Pittsburgh Panthers (1-0) and Tennessee Volunteers (1-0) meet Saturday for a Week 2 contest at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn. The Panthers and Volunteers will tangle at noon ET. Below, we look at the Pittsburgh vs. Tennessee odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

Pitt opened its season with a 51-7 win over Massachusetts. The Panthers logged multiple scores in all four quarters en route to outgaining the Minutemen 597 to 209 in total yards. Pitt covered a 38-point spread in the home win and won four of its last five games against the spread dating back to Nov. 7.

That stretch includes outright road wins at Florida State and Georgia Tech late last season.

Tennessee defeated Bowling Green 38-6 last week. The Volunteers got two rushing touchdowns from Michigan transfer QB Joe Milton. The Vols piled up 331 rushing yards against their MAC visitors but UT failed to cover a 37-point spread against the Falcons. Since Oct. 10, the Vols are just 2-7 ATS.

The head coaches in this one are familiar foes. UT head coach Josh Heupel was at UCF in 2018 when the Knights beat Pat Narduzzi’s Panthers by 31 points. Narduzzi led Pitt to a win over UCF the following season.

Pittsburgh at Tennessee odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Pittsburgh -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Tennessee +130 (bet $100 to win $130)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Pittsburgh -3.5 (+100) | Tennessee +3.5 (-125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pittsburgh at Tennessee odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Pittsburgh 27, Tennessee 24

Money line

Saturday’s contest at Neyland figures to be a potential momentum builder for the Vols and Heupel. It’s difficult to parse much among these defenses due to the Week 1 competition but overall, look for the players on the defensive side of the ball to be a bit ahead of their offensive counterparts.

The game plays well as a near-pick-’em, taking the home side with the points and the Under on the total.

PASS.

Against the spread

Tennessee was a minus-2 in the turnover exchange last season. With a lot of new pieces on offense, look for UT to play a bit of a slowed-down, run-oriented game if the Vols can stay within a score.

TAKE TENNESSEE +3.5 (-125).

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Over/Under

This game started with Pitt favored by 1.5 or 2 points and with an O/U of 51 at many books. With both offenses being at times capable but rarely explosive, peg those initial digits as being dead on.

BACK THE UNDER 56.5 (-110).

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North Dakota at Utah State odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s North Dakota at Utah State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The North Dakota Fighting Hawks (1-0) and Utah State Aggies (1-0) meet Friday at Maverik Stadium in Logan, Utah. Kickoff is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the North Dakota at Utah State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

North Dakota opened the season on the road with an impressive 35-14 win against fellow FCS member Idaho State. North Dakota had a plus-3 turnover margin while outgaining ISU 368 to 301 in total yardage. UND checks into the game ranked No. 7 in the FCS Coaches Poll.

Utah State is flying high after springing a 26-23 upset on the road at Washington State as a 17-point underdog while the Under (66) easily connected. QB Logan Bonner, a transfer from Arkansas State, hit WR Deven Thompkins with the game-winning touchdown with 13 seconds left.

North Dakota at Utah State odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: North Dakota +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Utah State -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): North Dakota +6.5 (-108) | Utah State -6.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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North Dakota at Utah State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Utah State 27, North Dakota 24

Money line

Utah State (-250) will cost you two and a half times your potential return, and that’s too expensive playing at home against a ranked FCS opponent.

AVOID.

Against the spread

NORTH DAKOTA +6.5 (-108) is worth a look to keep it close, as the Fighting Hawks are not your typical FCS team. They’re a powerhouse, led by QB Tommy Schuster and RB Otis Weah. The latter ran for 114 yards and 3 touchdowns last week in the win at Idaho State.

UND needs to be a little more disciplined, as it was penalized seven times for 72 yards. The good news is it was plus-3 in the turnover department.

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Over/Under

UNDER 53.5 (-110) is the lean, ever so slightly. Utah State looks to have a capable signal-caller under center, as Bonner followed head coach Blake Anderson to Logan from Arkansas State. The offense had to settle for three field goals in the first three quarters last weekend and had difficulty piercing the end zone until late.

This won’t be a defensive battle, but it won’t be a track meet, either. The books have it right, as this one will be close to the number.

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Middle Tennessee at Virginia Tech odds, picks and prediction

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

The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (1-0) and No. 21 Virginia Tech Hokies (1-0) face off at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Va., Saturday at 2 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Middle Tennessee at Virginia Tech odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

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This is a “trap” game for Virginia Tech sandwiched between a massive 17-10 win against then-No. 9 UNC in Week 1 and a road matchup against rival West Virginia next week. The Hokies had a vintage defensive performance in their opener as they limited preseason Heisman candidate QB Sam Howell to 208 yards with 3 INT and sacked him 6 times.

Middle Tennessee handled FCS opponent Monmouth with ease last week, however, the game was closer than the 50-15 final score suggests. The Blue Raiders only outgained Monmouth 344-274 in total yards and averaged just 2.6 yards on 34 carries.

Starting QB Bailey Hockman faced Virginia Tech last season as NC State’s quarterback and threw for just 82 yards with 2 INT over 16 attempts.

Middle Tennessee at Virginia Tech odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Middle Tennessee +750 (bet $100 to win $750) | Virginia Tech -1400 (bet $1400 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Middle Tennessee +20.5 (-108) | Virginia Tech -20.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Middle Tennessee at Virginia Tech odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Virginia Tech 35, Middle Tennessee 17

Money line

It’s tough to recommend the money line in games with big point spreads like this. It’s extremely unlikely the Blue Raiders pull off the upset here, while a $100 bet on the Hokies would return just $7.14. PASS.

Against the spread

Virginia Tech is bigger, faster and more experienced than the Blue Raiders, but they haven’t won a non-conference game by 20+ points in any of their last four tries (Liberty in 2020; Rhode Island, Furman, Old Dominion in 2019).

The Hokies’ inability to blow out lower-division teams combined with the trap game factor has us leaning MIDDLE TENNESSEE +20.5 (-108) to cover.

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Over/Under

Virginia Tech looked much better defensively in defensive coordinator Justin Hamilton’s second season, while the Blue Raiders’ inexperienced offensive line – they’re starting three freshmen – suggests points will be hard to come by for Middle Tennessee.

Look for the Hokies to take their foot off the gas in the second half, keeping this one slightly UNDER 54.5 (-108).

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North Carolina A&T at Duke odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s North Carolina A&T at Duke odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The North Carolina A&T Aggies (0-1) and Duke Blue Devils (0-1) meet Friday at Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham, N.C. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the North Carolina A&T vs. Duke odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Aggies opened the FCS schedule with a 29-18 loss to Furman last weekend. A&T fell behind 23-3 before cutting the lead to 26-18 early in the fourth quarter. QB Jalen Fowler threw for 268 yards and 2 touchdowns.

The Blue Devils opened the season at Charlotte and were clipped 31-28. RB Mataeo Durant did his best to keep the Blue Devils from falling, rumbling 29 times for 255 yards and 2 scores. Duke outgained Charlotte 580 to 478 in total yards but lost the turnover battle 2-0.

North Carolina A&T at Duke odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: North Carolina A&T +750 (bet $100 to win $750) | Duke -1400 (bet $1,400 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): North Carolina A&T +21.5 (-112) | Duke -21.5 (-108)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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North Carolina A&T at Duke odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Duke 42, North Carolina A&T 20

Money line

Duke (-1400) will cost you 14 times your potential return and it’s just too much risk for the lack of potential reward.

AVOID.

Against the spread

DUKE -21.5 (-108) needs to take better care of the football if it wants to be successful. Durant looks like a potential star, and he gobbled up huge chunks of real estate in Charlotte last week. Look for Durant to get the Blue Devils over the hump and win the home opener.

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Over/Under

OVER 55.5 (-110) is a great option in this one. Duke showed it has a tremendous weapon in the backfield, capable of taking it to the house whenever he touches the ball and the Blue Devils also outpaced Charlotte last week on offense.

The defense was very giving, too, so you have to figure A&T is able to move the ball Friday. All signs point to an Over result in this FCS vs. FBS matchup.

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Mid-American Conference best bets for Week 2

Looking at the best Mid-American Conference (MAC) bets for Week 2, based on the college football odds and lines at Tipico Sportsbook.

The Mid-American Conference (MAC) had a very good opening weekend, and there are plenty of intriguing games on the slate this week. Below, we look at the best bets from the Mid-American Conference in Week 2, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

MAC best bets for Week 2

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Miami (Ohio) +19.5, -112 at Minnesota (Saturday at noon ET)

The public isn’t feeling the RedHawks after they were routed 49-14 by rival Cincinnati last week. Cincinnati is a legitimate College Football Playoff contender with a bevy of superstars and there’s nothing to be ashamed about in losing to the Bearcats.

Minnesota put up a very good fight against Ohio State while losing 45-31. The offense did a very good job in piling up 408 total yards against the Buckeyes, including 203 rushing yards. That’s the good news. The bad news is the Golden Gophers lost RB Mohamed Ibrahim, to a season-ending lower leg injury.

Minnesota might be able to rebound from the devastating news to win, but the offense is going to be in a little bit of disarray while trying to adjust. The Gophers aren’t going to cover against a RedHawks offense with some big-time weapons.

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Northern Illinois +6.5, +102 vs. Wyoming (Saturday at 1:30 p.m. ET)

Northern Illinois made plenty of headlines in picking up a 22-21 outright win at Georgia Tech as a 19-point underdog.

Meanwhile, Wyoming trailed 16-12 against FCS Montana State until scoring the game-winning touchdown with 47 seconds left in regulation. The Cowboys held off MSU 19-16, but they never came close to covering the 20-point number.

NIU allowed 286 rushing yards to Georgia Tech, which is something it needs to fix in a hurry; however, Michigan State transfer QB Rocky Lombardi paid instant dividends with the late heroics, tossing a touchdown pass with 38 seconds left in regulation for the 22-21 win.

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If the late touchdown isn’t good enough, the Huskies elected to go for 2 and the win instead of the extra point and possible overtime, and Lombardi successfully converted. He has made an immediate splash and the former Power 5 conference starter is changing the fortunes of the Huskies right from the jump.

As long as NIU can find a way to contain Wyoming RB Xazavian Valladay, at least somewhat, they should be able to keep this a one-score game, if not win outright in its season opener in DeKalb.

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Oregon at Ohio State odds, picks and prediction

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

The No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes (1-0) host the No. 11 Oregon Ducks (1-0) Saturday at Ohio Stadium for a Big Ten-Pac-12 showdown with the kickoff scheduled for noon ET. Below, we look at the Oregon vs. Ohio State odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

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Ohio State rallied back from a 4-point halftime deficit to beat Minnesota 45-31 last week and pushed as a 14-point road favorite. Buckeyes first-year QB C.J. Stroud completed 13 of 22 passes for 294 yards with 4 touchdowns to 1 interception and a 222.3 QB Rating in his first career start.

Oregon grounded out a 31-24 victory at home against Fresno State but failed to cover as a 17.5-point favorite. The Ducks averaged just 3.8 yards per carry and added only 172 passing yards but were bailed out with a plus-2 turnover differential.

Oregon at Ohio State odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Oregon +470 (bet $100 to win $470) | Ohio State -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Oregon +14.5 (-110) | Ohio State -14.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 63.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Oregon at Ohio State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 41, Oregon 21

Money line

PASS because Ohio State (-700) is the right side but you should never risk seven times your potential return when betting college or professional football. The Buckeyes’ money line is even too expensive to include in a parlay.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to OHIO STATE -14.5 (-110) for a half unit only because we are getting to the party a little late as both the pros and Joes steamed the Buckeyes up from a 13.5-point favorite, past the key number of 14 and to the listed price. However, Ohio State looked much better last week against a tougher opponent than Oregon.

The Buckeyes went on the road to beat a conference foe in Minnesota who was projected by Football Outsiders to be the 32nd-ranked team. While Oregon eked past a Group of Five Fresno State at home and fell 10.5 points short of covering the spread.

It’s understandable that Ohio State would struggle out of the gate considering the Buckeyes returned only 13 starters from last year’s team. Ohio State eventually got it together and outgained Minnesota 10.3-5.4 in yards per play.

On the other hand, Oregon couldn’t put away a Fresno State team that had no business keeping it close. Oregon was beat by Fresno State 5.1-4.9 in yards per play.

Lastly, Ohio State has a massive schedule edge over Oregon in this spot. The Buckeyes have two extra days to prep against the Ducks who have to play in an early eastern time zone start.

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Over/Under

“LEAN” to the UNDER 63.5 (-112) for a half unit because roughly 90% of the action is on the Over, which caused oddsmakers to move this total up from the 62-point opener. My natural instinct when handicapping football is to fade such one-sided betting markets.

Also, each team is stacked with pro prospects on both sides of the ball, but the defenses have the edge since both programs are starting new quarterbacks. I could see Oregon slowing the game down on offense in hopes of keeping the much more explosive Ohio State offense on the sidelines.

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Kansas at Coastal Carolina odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s Kansas at Coastal Carolina odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Kansas Jayhawks (1-0) and Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (1-0) meet Friday at Brooks Stadium in Conway, S.C. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Kansas vs. Coastal Carolina odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Jayhawks stumbled to a 17-14 victory over FCS South Dakota last week. While the win was the first for Kansas in 14 games dating back to Oct. 26, 2019 against Texas Tech, it wasn’t terribly impressive. KU was outgained by South Dakota.

The Chanticleers, No. 19 in the AFCA Coaches Poll, powered by USA TODAY Sports, had no such issues with their FCS foe, easing past The Citadel by a 52-14 score. CCU built a 31-0 lead, and the triple-option Bulldogs could not get back into the game. The Chants piled up 262 rushing yards and 348 passing yards.

Kansas at Coastal Carolina odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Kansas +1300 (bet $100 to win $1,300) | Coastal Carolina -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Kansas +25.5 (-108) | Coastal Carolina -25.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Kansas at Coastal Carolina odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Coastal Carolina 45, Kansas 17

Money line

Coastal Carolina (-5000) will cost you 50 times your potential return, or a profit of just $2 on a wager of $100. There is never a reason to bet like that, and over the long haul you’re going to get burned.

AVOID.

Against the spread

COASTAL CAROLINA -25.5 (-112) is the play behind QB Grayson McCall. Kansas could barely push past a mediocre FCS team on its home field. It’s not going to The Grand Strand and taking down a ranked opponent.

Look for the Chanticleers to build a big lead, and then salt the game away with a solid rushing attack. As long as CCU wins the turnover battle, it should be able to win this one going away.

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Over/Under

OVER 52.5 (-108) is the play. Coastal Carolina has the kind of explosive offense to take care of the Over on its own.

The struggles of Kansas last week give me a little concern about this total, as you need the Jayhawks to at least reach double digits to hit a winning ticket; however, I think CCU does enough, especially early on.

The first-half OVER 28.5 (-108) is attractive, too, perhaps even more so.

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