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Indiana at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 5 Indiana Hoosiers (10-0, 7-0 Big Ten) and No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes (9-1, 6-1) meet Saturday. Kickoff from Ohio Stadium is scheduled for noon ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Indiana vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

New coach Curt Cignetti has the Hoosiers in unchartered territory, winning their first 10 games for the best start in program history.

This will be the Buckeyes’ third top-5 battle of the season. Ranked No. 2 on Oct. 12, they lost 32-31 as 3.5-point road favorites at then-No. 3, now-No. 1 Oregon. Ranked fourth on Nov. 2, they went to then-No. 3, now-No. 4 Penn State and won 20-13, covering as 3-point favorites.

Ohio State has won 4 in a row since the loss at Oregon, covering 2 of the past 3 outings. The Under has cashed in 4 straight, and 6 of OSU’s previous 7 outings

Indiana comes in well-rested, enjoying a bye week after a 20-15 home win vs. Michigan Nov. 9, but IU didn’t cover as a 14.5-point favorite. That halted an 8-0 against the spread (ATS) run for the Hoosiers. The Under has hit in 2 of their past 3 outings, and the defense has allowed 17 or fewer points in 4 straight games.

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Indiana at Ohio State odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 6:16 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Indiana +325 (bet $100 to win $325) | Ohio State -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread: Indiana +10.5 (-110) | Ohio State -10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Indiana at Ohio State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 29, Indiana 23

Moneyline

Backing Ohio State (-450) will cost 4 ½ times the potential return. That’s way too much risk for not enough reward.

Indiana (+325) has continued to defy expectations and odds this season. If anything, it is a good value for the upset and the chance to multiply up by 3.25 times your wager. If this game were at The Rock in Bloomington rather than The Shoe in Columbus, the Hoosiers would be the play.

PASS.

Against the spread

BACK INDIANA +10.5 (-110) catching double digits. It’s a little disrespectful to the Hoosiers to be underdogs by so many points, and it’s likely they rally around each other with the bulletin board material.

The books figure that Indiana hasn’t been in such a big game recently, while Ohio State has played in two titanic games this season — at Oregon and at Penn State.

The Buckeyes should get the job done, but look for the Hoosiers to make them work for it and keep this within single digits.

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Over/Under

UNDER 52.5 (-110) is the lean, but don’t get carried away.

The Under has cashed in 2 of the past 3 games for the Hoosiers. Indiana’s defense has been nasty, allowing just 255.5 total yards (ranking 3rd nationally), 183.3 passing yards (20th) and 72.2 rushing yards per game (1st) this season, while yielding only 13.8 points per game (7th). But, it also hasn’t faced the likes of RB Quinshon Judkins, WR Jeremiah Smith and Co.

The Ohio State defense has been nasty, too, allowing 17 or fewer points in 4 in a row, and 7 or less on 6 different occasions. The Buckeyes allow 250.8 total yards (2nd), 160.1 passing yards (6th) and 90.7 rushing yards (4th) per game, while leading the country in least points allowed at 10.3 per game.

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

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Penn State at Minnesota odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 4 Penn State Nittany Lions (9-1, 6-1 Big Ten) and Minnesota Golden Gophers (6-4, 4-3) meet Saturday. Kickoff from Huntington Bank Stadium is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Penn State vs. Minnesota odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Penn State demolished the Purdue Boilermakers 49-10 Saturday while covering as a 30-point favorite. TE Tyler Warren had 8 receptions for 127 yards and 1 TD while also rushing 3 times for 63 yards and a TD, leading the Nittany Lions in both rushing and receiving.

Minnesota lost 26-19 to the Rutgers Scarlet Knights Saturday while failing to cover as a 6.5-point favorite. The Golden Gophers could not run the ball in the loss, totaling just 35 rushing yards. Minnesota was outgained 349-297 in total yards in the loss.

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

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Penn State at Minnesota 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 1:46 p.m. ET.

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

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Penn State at Minnesota picks and predictions

Prediction

Penn State 29, Minnesota 21

Moneyline

PASS.

The Nittany Lions will pick up the win here as -450 favorites, but they are not worth the risk of betting on as such heavy favorites. Pass here and bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

LEAN MINNESOTA +11.5 (-110).

Minnesota is 7-2-1 ATS this season while Penn State is just 5-5 ATS. The Golden Gophers have also covered the spread in 5 of their last 6 games.

The Golden Gophers are also 2-1-1 ATS in their last 4 matchups against the Nittany Lions.

This is a lean because Penn State is 3-1 ATS in its last 3 games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 45.5 (-110).

The Over hit in both Penn State’s and Minnesota’s last game and is 2-1 in Minnesota’s last 3 overall. The Over is also 2-1 in Minnesota’s last 3 home games. For Penn State, the Over is 2-1 in its last 3 on the road.

The Over has also hit in each of the last 3 matchups between these squads.

Be aware that the Under is 7-3 for Penn State this season.

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SMU at Virginia odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Virginia Cavaliers (5-5, 3-3 ACC) welcome the No. 12 SMU Mustangs (9-1, 6-0) to Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, VA, Saturday. Kickoff is set for noon ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the SMU vs. Virginia odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

SMU is No. 12 in the US LBM Coaches Poll while Virginia comes in unranked. The Mustangs beat the Boston College Eagles 38-28 Saturday in Week 12 action, failing to cover as a 19-point home favorite. They have rattled off 7 straight wins, going 5-2 against the spread (ATS). SMU is led by RB Brashard Smith, who has scored 14 TDs and has rushed for 1,026 yards.

Virginia is coming off a demoralizing 35-14 road loss to the No. 6 Notre Dame Fighting Irish, failing to cover as a 20.5-point underdog. It is just 1-4 straight up over its last 5 games, but 3-2 ATS in those games and 6-3-1 ATS on the season. They are led by QB Anthony Colandrea, who has 2,017 passing yards and 12 TDs.

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SMU at Virginia 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 1:34 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): SMU -375 (bet $375 to win $100) | Virginia +290 (bet $100 to win $290)
Against the spread (ATS): SMU -10 (-110) | Virginia +10 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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SMU at Virginia picks and predictions

Prediction

SMU 35, Virginia 27

Moneyline

PASS.

There’s no reason for a moneyline play here. The Cavaliers have lost 2 straight at home and haven’t shown much resilience. Yet, at the same time, the SMU is too expensive to take to win outright.

Against the spread

BET VIRGINIA +10 (-110).

The Cavaliers have been a covering machine over the last 2 months. They are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games and 2-1 ATS in their conference home games. They have scored at least 20 points in 5 of their last 7outings as well.

The Mustangs have been a favorite of 10-20 points 4 times and are 1-3 ATS in those. They have allowed at least 25 points in 3 straight and are coming off a game in which they gave up 28 points to Boston College, a team Virginia beat earlier in the season.

While SMU should win, take VIRGINIA +10 (-110) to cover.

Over/Under

BET OVER 56.5 (-110).

SMU has an electric offense, scoring at least 38 points 3 times in its last 4 games. It it 7-3 O/U and 6-1 O/U in its last 7 games. The Mustangs defense has been porous as well, allowing at least 25 points in 4 of their last 5.

The Cavaliers are 1-3 O/U in their last 4 games, but have given up at least 35 points in 3 of their last 4. They should be able to score on a weak SMU defense while also having allowed far too many points in the last 2 months.

Take OVER 56.5 (-110).

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Army at Notre Dame odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Army at Notre Dame odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 17 Army Black Knights (9-0) meet the No. 6 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (9-1) on Saturday at Yankee Stadium in one of the most anticipated college football games this November. Kickoff for this neutral-site matchup from the Bronx, N.Y., is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (NBC/Peacock). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Army vs. Notre Dame odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

This showdown of top-20 teams will prove crucial in determining College Football Playoff seeding and qualifications.

Notre Dame is rolling on an 8-game win streak following its 35-14 win over the Virginia Cavaliers last Saturday. Army comes off a bye week that followed a nail-biter 14-3 win over the North Texas Mean Green on Nov. 8.

Both teams have plowed their way to their successful seasons through the ground game, led by quarterbacks who can adepty use their legs.

Under the guidance of QB Bryson Daily, Army’s triple-option focus has propelled them to the top of the national rushing yardage rankings (334.9 per game). Daily himself ranks tied for second nationally with 21 rushing scores and 13th with 1,062 rushing yards.

While having more offensive power through the air, Notre Dame leans heavily on its trifecta of QB Riley Leonard (13 rushing TDs) and running back Jeremiyah Love (12 TDs) and Jadarian Price (7.3 yards per carry).

This matchup makes things fun: Army also boasts the third-best rushing defense in the country (82.6 yards allowed per game).

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

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Army at Notre Dame 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 1:13 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Army +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Notre Dame -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Army +14.5 (-115) | Notre Dame -14.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Army at Notre Dame picks and predictions

Prediction

Notre Dame 24, Army 17

Moneyline

Notre Dame has had to endure defensive injuries to key players, including top NFL Draft prospect CB Benjamin Morrison. However, Al Golden’s defensive scheme slots among the country’s best, ranking third in points allowed (11.4) and sixth in total yardage allowed (277.1) per game.

Ten of coach Marcus Freeman‘s 28 victories with the Irish have come against ranked teams.

Daily will test the Irish, but the Irish will control the line of scrimmage on the defensive side more effectively with more pressure.

However, I’m going to avoid the lopsided — and overvalued — juice that comes with betting ND straight-up. The books are mispricing the disparity.

Irish bettors should find other ways to back a victory with a wager.

PASS.

Against the spread

The spread experienced a giant drop on Monday alone (+17.5 to +14) but has stayed relatively close since, merely adding the hook in Army’s favor.

Notre Dame has the better talent among receiving corps, but the Black Knights’ time of possession strategy and elite ground game will help keep this game close.

This approach has helped Army lead college football with a 7-1-1 ATS record. (Though ND is not far behind at 7-2-1).

Still, the likely pace should prompt diligent bettors to tease Army’s line down if they have the sprinkle bets to spare.

BET ARMY +14.5 (-115).

Over/Under

Even with their run-heavy styles, Notre Dame (0.577 points per play, sixth) and Army (0.558, eighth) rank among the most efficient offenses in the country. The stats tempt the public to bet the Over.

However, bettors should side with the likely gradual pace from both sides that will help both teams fall short of the total by a few points.

BET UNDER 45.5 (-110).

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Boise State at Wyoming odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 13 Boise State Broncos (9-1, 6-0 Mountain West) meet the Wyoming Cowboys (2-8, 2-4) at War Memorial Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we look at Boise State vs. Wyoming odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Boise State extended its winning streak to 8 games, defeating San Jose State 42-21 Nov. 16. The Broncos covered as 14-point road favorites, with the Over (62.5) hitting.

Despite the win, Boise State’s secondary struggled, allowing 446 passing yards. Heisman candidate RB Ashton Jeanty (+400 at BetMGM Sportsbook) had a standout performance, rushing for 159 yards and 3 TDs.

Wyoming fell 24-10 at Colorado State Nov. 15, but failed to cover as a 7.5-point favorite while the Under (47.5) hit.

The Cowboys struggled offensively, totaling just 120 passing yards and 117 rushing yards. Defensively, Wyoming allowed 451 yards, ranking 119th out of 134 NCAA programs.

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

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Boise State at Wyoming 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 11:43 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Boise State -2500 (bet $2,500 to win $100) | Wyoming +1050 (bet $100 to win $1,050)
Against the spread (ATS): Boise State -22.5 (-110) | Wyoming +22.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Boise State at Wyoming picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa State 30, Cincinnati 21

Moneyline

PASS.

Boise State (-2500) will dominate on the road Saturday, but there’s no way you should bet $2,500 to win $100 in return. I’ll take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET BOISE STATE -22.5 (-110).

Boise State is 5-1-1 ATS in its last 6 games and has dominated Wyoming in recent years, winning 9 of the last 10 meetings. The Broncos are 4-1 on the road during that stretch and have been led by Jeanty, who’s had a remarkable season.

As Boise State pushes for a spot in the College Football Playoff, it should easily handle Wyoming, a team that’s 4-6 ATS this season.

Over/Under

BET OVER 56.5 (-110).

The Over has hit just twice in the last 10 meetings, but the 2024 season has seen a big shift.

Wyoming’s defense ranks 119th in the country, allowing over 450 yards per game and 31 points on average.

Meanwhile, Boise State has gone Over in 2 of its last 3 contests and 7 of its last 10, averaging 38 points per game on the road. For Wyoming, the Over has hit in 6 of its last 10 games, with plenty of points allowed.

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Ole Miss at Florida odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 9 Ole Miss Rebels (8-2, 4-2 SEC) meet the Florida Gators (5-5, 3-4) at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (ABC). Below, we look at Ole Miss vs. Florida odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Ole Miss secured its third straight win, defeating No. 8 Georgia 28-10 Nov. 9 in its biggest game of the season. The Rebels won outright as 2-point home underdogs, with the Under (55.5) hitting. While Ole Miss’ defense stole the show, forcing 3 turnovers, QB Jaxson Dart was 13-of-22 passing for 199 yards with a TD and an INT and rushed for 50 yards on 8 carries.

The Gators faced 3 ranked opponents in a row, including 2 in the top 10. After losing the first 2, they defeated the then-No. 22 LSU Tigers 27-16 as 3.5-point home underdogs Nov. 16 while the Under (57) hit. QB DJ Lagway and WR Elijhah Badger connected 6 times for 131 yards and a TD. RB Jadan Baugh averaged 10.8 yards per carry and scored a TD in the victory.

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

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Ole Miss at 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 Friday at 11:19 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Ole Miss -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Florida +333 (bet $100 to win $333)
Against the spread (ATS): Ole Miss -11.5 (-110) | Florida +11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Ole Miss at Florida picks and predictions

Prediction

Ole Miss 31, Florida 21

Moneyline

PASS.

Ole Miss (-450) takes this game Saturday, but instead of laying more than 1:4, I’ll take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET FLORIDA +11.5 (-110).

After a huge emotional win against Georgia, Ole Miss may face a letdown at Florida. The Rebels are on fire, with Dart playing at a high level, and they’ll exploit Florida’s vulnerability to the passing game.

However, the Gators, led by Lagway, have shown improvement and consistency on offense. While Ole Miss is likely to win, Florida’s strong play, especially at home, will keep the game close. Florida is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games and has covered the last 2 meetings.

The Rebels are 3-3 ATS in their last 6 games.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 55.5 (-110).

The Gators have exceeded 20 points just 3 times in 7 conference games this season.

Ole Miss has hit the Under in 8 of 10 games, while Florida sits at 3-3 O/U. Ole Miss boasts one of the nation’s top defenses, allowing under 13 points per game overall and under 18 against SEC teams.

Florida’s offense, with a freshman QB, has struggled to score against stronger defenses, and this should continue against Ole Miss. Only 1 of Ole Miss’ 6 conference games has gone over 55.5 this season.

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Wake Forest vs. Miami odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Wake Forest at Miami odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Wake Forest Demon Deacons (4-6, 2-4 ACC) meet the No. 10 Miami Hurricanes (9-1, 5-1) at Hard Rock Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is at noon p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we look at Wake Forest vs. Miami odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Wake Forest dropped its second straight game, losing 31-24 to the North Carolina Tar Heels. While they covered as 11-point underdogs and the Under 64 hit, turnovers were a major issue. QB Michael Kern threw 2 INTs as part of 3 giveaways. On a positive note, RB Demond Claiborne impressed with 95 rushing yards and 2 TDs.

The Miami Hurricanes’ undefeated season came to an end as the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets won 28-23 as a 9.5-point road underdog, with the Under 65 hitting. Heisman hopeful QB Cam Ward threw for 348 yards and 3 TDs, but Miami’s defense struggled to stop Georgia Tech’s ground game, allowing 271 rushing yards.

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

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Wake Forest vs. Miami odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated Friday at 9:36 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wake Forest +1250 (bet $100 to win $1,250) | Miami -3000 (bet $3000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wake Forest +23.5 (-105) | Miami -23.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 66.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wake Forest vs. Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 45, Wake Forest 24

Moneyline

PASS.

Miami (-3000) takes this game at home Saturday, but instead of laying 300-to-1, I’ll take my bet to the spread.

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Against the spread

BET WAKE FOREST +23.5 (-105).

The Hurricanes, led by Ward and a dynamic receiving corps, boast one of college football’s most explosive offenses. Their balanced attack combines Ward’s precision passing with Martinez’s strong rushing, making them tough to stop. While Miami is likely to win, covering the spread is another story—they’re just 2-4 ATS in their last 6 games. Wake Forest, 3-0-1 ATS in their last 4 road games and 2-0 ATS in their last 2 head-to-head meetings, can keep this game close.

Over/Under

BET OVER 66.5 (-110).

Miami and Wake Forest thrive in the red zone, making this a potential high-scoring game. Miami averages 35+ points per game and is 4-2 hitting the Over in their last 6, thanks to their ability to finish drives with TDs. Wake Forest counters with one of the ACC’s most efficient red-zone offenses. With both teams capable of quick scoring and sustained drives, this matchup sets up perfectly to push the total Over.

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BYU at Arizona State odds, picks and predictions

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

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

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

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

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BYU at Arizona State odds

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

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

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BYU at Arizona State picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona State 31, BYU 24

Moneyline

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

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

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

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

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

PASS.

Against the spread

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

BET ARIZONA STATE -3 (-110).

Over/Under

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

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

BET OVER 48.5 (-110).

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Illinois at Rutgers odds, picks and predictions

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

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

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

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

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

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Illinois at Rutgers odds

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

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

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Illinois at Rutgers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rutgers 28, Illinois 24

Moneyline

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

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

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

TAKE RUTGERS (-115).

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Against the spread

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

Over/Under

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

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

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

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UNLV at San Jose State odds, picks and predictions

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

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

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

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

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

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UNLV at San Jose State odds

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

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

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UNLV at San Jose State picks and predictions

Prediction

UNLV 38, San Jose State 27

Moneyline

PASS.

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

Against the spread

BET UNLV -7.5 (-110).

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

Over/Under

BET OVER 60.5 (-110).

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

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