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ACC Championship Game: Clemson vs. SMU odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Clemson Tigers (9-3) and SMU Mustangs (11-1) are lined up for an ACC Championship battle Saturday night. The opening kickoff from Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte will be at 8 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Clemson vs. SMU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Clemson, which is No. 17 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, went 7-1 in ACC play. The Tigers lost to Louisville in a Nov. 2 league game and then went on a 3-game win streak. That run was ended Saturday in a non-conference loss to South Carolina. Favored-by-2½ Clemson was undone by a Gamecocks TD with 1:08 to play in a 17-14 loss.

No. 7 SMU — owner of an 8-0 mark in conference play — closed out its regular season by covering a 12½-point spread in a 38-6 triumph over Cal Saturday. Southern Methodist has scored 33-plus points in each of its last 4 games. The Mustangs’ 39.2 points per game rank 5th in FBS.

Clemson and SMU did not meet in the regular season. Saturday’s circuit title clash will mark the first meeting between the 2 programs.

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Clemson vs. SMU odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated Friday at 8:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Clemson +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | SMU -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clemson +2.5 (-110) | SMU -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clemson vs. SMU picks and predictions

Prediction

SMU 31, Clemson 27

Moneyline

The Mustangs have won 9 in a row. They may not be as battle-tested as the Tigers down the stretch, but their late-season margins against the likes of Pitt (Nov. 2: 48-25), Boston College (Nov. 16: 38-28) and Cal (Nov. 30: 38-6) show how dangerous this team can be. Only Pitt is a comp for Clemson, and the Tigers snuck by the Panthers 24-20 while being a yardage minus and a turnover plus.

In the bloated ACC, only talented Louisville makes for a better comparison game between CU and SMU. Clemson lost to the Cardinals by 12 while the Mustangs downed them by 12.

The offensive production for CU and SMU has been similar. But peg the Mustangs defense as being a separator on Saturday. Southern Methodist is exceptional against the run, both in keeping foes off schedule and in preventing explosive plays.

Pegging Southern Methodist as a 60% win probability, MUSTANGS -135 is a leverage play here.

Against the spread

No interest here. PASS.

Over/Under

The last 9 SMU games have seen 6 wins (6-3) for the Over.

Both offenses play with some pace, and both have seen recent upticks in red-zone success. The 2 defenses are proficient in creating havoc plays; that figures to up the chance for a couple short-field-quick-strikes.

Add in some chilly-but-otherwise-benign weather, and even after some early-week move already headed this direction, the OVER 55.5 (-110) has betting value.

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MWC Championship Game: UNLV at Boise State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 19 UNLV Rebels (10-2, 6-1 Mountain West) and No. 10 Boise State Broncos (11-1, 7-0) meet Friday in the Mountain West title game. Kickoff from Albertsons Stadium is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the UNLV vs. Boise State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

UNLV has won 4 straight games. The Rebels’ last loss was 29-24 at home to Boise State Oct. 25. They did not cover as 4-point underdogs. They are coming off a 38-14 home win over Nevada Saturday, covering as 17.5-point favorites.

The Broncos have won 10 games in a row since losing 37-34 Sept. 7 at Oregon, which is now No. 1 in the US LBM Coaches Poll. They are coming off a 34-18 home win over Oregon State Nov. 29, but did not cover as 17.5-point favorites.

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

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UNLV at Boise 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 10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): UNLV +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Boise State -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): UNLV +4.5 (-110) | Boise State -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 57.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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UNLV at Boise State picks and predictions

Prediction

UNLV 27, Boise State 24

Moneyline

Since the Broncos won the Oct. 25 meeting, UNLV has allowed 19.3 points per game and averaged 33.8.

But Boise State has averaged 35.4 points per game in 5 games since the last matchup and allowed 19.4.

Boise State is 6-0 at home this season. UNLV is undefeated on the road.

As a fairly firm believer that 2 evenly-matched teams will find it difficult to beat one other twice in the same season, I like the underdog.

BET UNLV (+160).

Against the spread

Neither team has been dominant against the spread. UNLV is 7-5 ATS and 2-5 ATS in its last 5 games, although it did win and cover its final 2 contests.

Boise State is 6-5-1 ATS overall and 1-3 ATS over its last 4 games, failing to cover the spread in its final 2 games of the regular season.

But since we’re expecting an outright win by the Rebels, the spread is not the best bet here.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Oct. 25 meeting finished with 53 total points. Both teams had the Under cash in their final 2 games of the regular season.

BET UNDER 57.5 (-105).

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C-USA Championship Game: Western Kentucky at Jacksonville State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Western Kentucky at Jacksonville State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (8-4, 6-2 C-USA) visit the Jacksonville State Gamecocks (8-4, 7-1) Friday in the Conference USA championship game. Kickoff from AmFirst Stadium is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network / Fubo). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Western Kentucky vs. Jacksonville State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Western Kentucky snapped a 2-game winning streak with a 19-17 win over Jacksonville State Saturday as a 1-point home favorite. QB Caden Veltkamp was 28-of-47 passing for 301 yards with a TD while RB Elijah Young carried the ball 19 times for 91 yards.

Jacksonville State snapped an 8-game winning streak with Saturday’s loss. The Gamecocks carried the ball 43 times for 229 yards and 2 TDs on the ground.

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

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Western Kentucky at Jacksonville 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 9:39 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Western Kentucky +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Jacksonville State -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Western Kentucky +4.5 (-110) | Jacksonville State -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 58.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Western Kentucky at Jacksonville State picks and predictions

Prediction

Jacksonville State 27, Western Kentucky 21

Moneyline

PASS.

There is minimal value on Jacksonville State (-190), which is 5-1 at home this season.

Against the spread

LEAN JACKSONVILLE STATE -4.5 (-110).

The Gamecocks struggled against the Hilltoppers on the road last week, but were still able to keep the game close, even though they had already locked up their spot in the championship. They are 6-3 ATS in their last 9 games, while 7 of their last 8 wins have been by at least 7 points.

Western Kentucky is just 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 58.5 (-110).

Western Kentucky has hit the Under in 6 of its last 9 games. It has scored 21 or fewer points in 3 straight games and allowed 21 or fewer in 8 of its last 10.

Jacksonville State has hit the Under in back-to-back games and allowed 24 or fewer points in 7 of its last 9.

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Big 12 Championship Game: Arizona State vs. Iowa State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Big 12 Conference Championship Game will see the No. 13 Arizona State Sun Devils (10-2, 7-2 Big 12) face the No. 16 Iowa State Cyclones (10-2, 7-2) on Saturday. Kickoff from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is scheduled for noon ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Arizona State vs. Iowa State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The top two Big 12 teams in the Coaches Poll (US LBM Coaches Poll) won their Week 14 games to clinch a berth in the Texas showdown. Crazily, they have never played each other in college football history.

Arizona State thumped in-state rivals Arizona 49-7 on Saturday, locking in a 5-game win streak heading into the conference title game. Coach Kenny Dillingham has taken this club from 3-9 in his first season to the surprise juggernaut in his second year.

ASU will lean heavily on Heisman Trophy also-ran RB Cam Skattebo, who ranks eighth in the nation with 1,398 rushing yards (5.7 yards per carry) and has scored 19 TDs (17 rushing).

Unfortunately, the Sun Devils will have to go without leading receiver Jordyn Tyson (1,101 yards, 10 TDs) for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery on either his shoulder or collarbone, depending on reports.

The Cyclones, meanwhile, notched their first 10-win season in school history. They survived the Kansas State Wildcats 29-23 last weekend and benefitted from BYU’s win over Houston to qualify for this game.

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Arizona State vs. Iowa 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 6:31 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Iowa State +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Arizona State -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Iowa State +2 (-105) | Arizona State -2 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Arizona State vs. Iowa State picks and predictions

Prediction

Arizona State 27, Iowa State 24

Moneyline

ASU’s run game will prove to be the difference in what should be a back-and-forth affair. Skattebo should move the chains and allow the Sun Devils to control the pace for most of the game.

In this likely coin-flip game, Arizona State (-125) might be the top end of this line. Locking in this price is fine, but given the other more profitable ways to wager on this game, waiting for more action to come in and impact the ISU side might be the way to go.

Bettors should ignore unless and until they find ASU juice closer to +100 pregame or live. PASS.

Against the spread

This showdown projects to have too close a margin of victory to grow too excited picking either side of a 2-point spread.

Bettors should instead investigate alternate lines.

FanDuel Sportsbook lists Iowa State +3.5 (-148). This forces us to pay for the juice, sure, but nabbing that extra 1.5 points adds security.

Keep an eye out as betting options ATS expand at BetMGM and FanDuel to check whether the market improves to give ISU more than a field-goal window.

BET IOWA STATE +3.5 (-148) OR BETTER.

Over/Under

The impact that the absence of ASU’s Tyson will have on the total’s upside will be mitigated by Skattebo and ISU’s dynamic receiving pair Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel — the nation’s only pair of 1,000+ receiving yardage compilers for the same school.

Points will pile up in the second half as the game loosens up and a CFP berth grows within reach.

BET OVER 49.5 (-110).

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AAC Championship Game: Tulane at Army odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Tulane Green Wave (9-3, 7-1 AAC) and No. 23 Army Black Knights (10-1, 8-0) meet Friday for the AAC Championship Game. Kickoff from Michie Stadium in West Point, New York, is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Tulane vs. Army odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Tulane suffered a 34-24 home loss as a 12.5-point favorite against Memphis on Thanksgiving as the Over (54) cashed. The setback snapped an 8-game win streak, but it didn’t cost the Green Wave a trip to the AAC title game, since they finished second in the conference. The non-cover halted a 4-0 against the spread (ATS) run for Tulane, which is 9-3 ATS overall.

Army, which didn’t face Tulane in the regular season, ran the table in the AAC to make it to the league championship in their first season in the conference. The Black Knights’ lone loss came in a 49-14 defeat as 14-point underdogs to then-No. 6, now-No. 4 Notre Dame at Yankee Stadium Nov. 23, but that was a non-conference tilt. Still, Army is just 1-4 ATS in the past 5 games, while the Under is on a 3-1 run.

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Tulane at Army 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 6:28 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Tulane -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Army +170 (bet $100 to win $170)
Against the spread: Tulane -4.5 (-115) | Army +4.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Tulane at Army picks and predictions

Prediction

Army 23, Tulane 20

Moneyline

ARMY (+170) is a solid play at plus-money as the Black Knights have run the table in the AAC. They didn’t face the Green Wave in the regular season.

Tulane (-210) is not only coming off a loss to Memphis at home, but the Green Wave are also going up north to play in temperatures in the high 20’s with no precipitation and light wind — not the type of weather they are accustomed to. It should be a shock to the system for most of the Green Wave players experiencing their coldest temperatures of the season.

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Against the spread

Back Army +4.5 (-105) if you don’t want to play the +170 moneyline and prefer the insurance of the 4½ points.

Again, the cold temperatures will do Tulane no favors. The Green Wave rank 34th against the rush, allowing just 123.5 yards per game (per NCAA.com), so that is a concern with the Black Knights. But,the fact this game is at home, and it is being played in subfreezing temperatures benefits Army.

Over/Under

UNDER 45.5 (-110) is a low number, but we have 2 teams with very strong rushing games. Running the ball runs the clock, which Under bettors certainly appreciate.

Army ranks first in the country in offensive rushing yards per game (312.5 ypg), while Tulane is 12th (212.9 ypg).

The Under has cashed in the past 2 road games for Tulane, too, while the Under is 3-1 in the past 4 home outings for Army.

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Air Force at San Diego State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Air Force at San Diego State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Air Force Falcons (4-7, 2-4 Mountain West) and San Diego State Aztecs (3-8, 2-4) meet Saturday. Kickoff from Snapdragon Stadium is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Air Force vs. San Diego State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Air Force isn’t eligible for a bowl after suffering a seventh loss at Army Nov. 2, but it hasn’t given up. The Falcons have rattled off 3 straight victories over Fresno State, Oregon State and Nevada as they look to finish up strong.

Air Force has covered 4 in a row after an 0-7 against-the-spread (ATS) skid to start the season. The Under has gone 4-1 in the past 5 games for the Falcons.

San Diego State has dropped consecutive 41-20 losses to UNLV and Utah State, both on the road, and it has suffered 5 straight losses, while going 1-3 ATS in the past 4 outings.

The Over has cashed in 2 in a row, while going 3-1 in the past 4 games. San Diego State’s defense has been tagged for 41 or more points in those Overs, while allowing 21 or more points in all 10 games against FBS opponents.

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Air Force at San Diego 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 11:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Air Force -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | San Diego State +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
Against the spread: Air Force -5.5 (-110) | San Diego State +5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Air Force at San Diego State picks and predictions

Prediction

Air Force 23, San Diego State 15

Moneyline

Air Force (-225) will cost you more than double your potential return, which is quite risky despite the fact it has been on a roll. You can’t play the Falcons straight up at this price, but if you fold them into a multi-leg parlay, it would be OK to use Air Force.

PASS.

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Against the spread

While AIR FORCE -5.5 (-110) has covered 4 in a row, including the past 2 on the road, it is a risky play, so go lightly. The Aztecs are just 1-3 ATS in the past 4 games, but the Falcons still do have a losing overall record despite the recent hot streak.

San Diego State struggled to stop the run, though, allowing 201.0 yards per game on the ground. That will be the difference, as Air Force averages 219.3 rushing yards per contest.

Over/Under

UNDER 43.5 (-110) is a small number, but we should see the Air Force defense step up in this game, keeping totals low.

The Under has cashed in 2 straight, and 4 of the past 5 games, for Air Force. While San Diego State’s defense has struggled, and the run game will certainly have its issues against the Falcons, it will be a slow go for Air Force, too.

Go low in this finale for both teams.

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Houston at BYU odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Houston Cougars (4-7, 3-5 Big 12) and No. 20 BYU Cougars (9-2, 6-2) wrap up their regular seasons Saturday night in Provo, Utah. Kickoff from LaVell Edwards Stadium is scheduled for 10:15 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Houston vs. BYU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Houston, eliminated from bowl eligibility, is playing for pride and potentially as a spoiler. The Cougars have lost 2 straight games. They lost 20-10 to Baylor at home Nov. 23, failing to cover as 7-point underdogs. The Under (51) cashed in.

BYU, No. 20 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, is fighting for a berth in the Big 12 title game. The Cougars lost 28-23 — after rallying from down 21-0 — at Arizona State Nov. 23, failing to cover as 3.5-point underdogs. The Over (49.5) cashed in.

With a win, BYU can clinch a spot in the Big 12 title game with some help. It needs either 2 of the 3 other teams with 2 conference losses (Colorado, Iowa State, Arizona State) to lose, or for either Iowa State to lose to Kansas State, or Arizona State to lose to Arizona.

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Houston at BYU odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Houston +400 (bet $100 to win $400) | BYU -550 (bet $550 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Houston +12.5 (-115) | BYU -12.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 40.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Houston at BYU picks and predictions

Prediction

BYU 27, Houston 13

Moneyline

Houston is only 1-4 on the road this season, while BYU (-550) has only 1 home loss and has only scored a combined 13 points over the last 2 games.

In its 7 losses, it has scored a max of 14 points.

BYU has averaged 19.3 points in its last 3 games, but had scored 34 or more in 6 straight before that.

Expect the offense to get on track and the defense to keep Houston from scoring much.

But -550 odds aren’t worth the action; you get much better value with the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

Houston has covered the spread only once in a loss this season.

BYU has 5 wins by at least 13 points.

BET BYU -12.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Under has hit in 10 of Houston’s 11 games this season, including 4 straight.

Meanwhile, BYU has had the Over cash in 8 of its 11 games and 6 of its last 7.

But it will be hard to hit the over with how Houston has been playing offensively.

BET UNDER 40.5 (-110).

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Nevada at UNLV odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Nevada Wolf Pack (3-9, 0-6 Mountain West) and No. 21 UNLV Rebels (9-2, 5-1) meet Saturday. Kickoff from Allegiant Stadium is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Nevada vs. UNLV odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Nevada has dropped 5 games in a row. It was eliminated from bowl eligibility when it lost at Boise State Nov. 9, despite a 28-21 fight to easily cover as a 22.5-point underdog. The defense has been better lately after a rough start to conference play, and the Under is 2-0 in the past 2 outings.

For UNLV, it has won 3 in a row since a 29-24 loss to Boise State in Vegas Oct. 25. Last week’s cover at San Jose State halted a 3-game non-cover skid, but it is still just 2-5 against the spread (ATS) in the past 7 outings. The Under has cashed in 3 of the past 5 games for the Rebels.

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Nevada at UNLV 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 10:55 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Nevada +600 (bet $100 to win $600) | UNLV -900 (bet $900 to win $100)
Against the spread: Nevada +17.5 (-110) | UNLV -17.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Nevada at UNLV picks and predictions

Prediction

UNLV 30, Nevada 21

Moneyline

UNLV (-900) will cost you 9 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not enough reward in this rivalry game in the Silver State.

The Rebels have won the past 2 meetings, including 45-27 last season in Reno, and 27-22 in the most recent meeting in Las Vegas Nov. 26, 2022.

The records might not be particularly close, but this game could be very close for most of the day, so be careful.

PASS.

Against the spread

Back NEVADA +17.5 (-110), as it is 3-1 ATS in the past 4 meetings in this series, including a 37-19 outright win at UNLV -17.5 (-110) in 2020. The Wolf Pack have a slight 6-4 ATS advantage in the past 10 games in this series since Nov. 29, 2014, including a 4-1 ATS advantage in the past 5 trips down south to Vegas.

UNLV covered as a road favorite at San Jose State Nov. 22, but it is just 1-3 ATS in the past 4 games and 2-5 ATS across the past 7 outings.

Over/Under

UNDER 55.5 (-110) is the lean, but be careful not to get too carried away.

The total went low for the Rebels last week in the Bay Area, while the Under holds a slight 3-2 edge in the previous 5 outings.

For Nevada, the Under has cashed in 2 in a row for the first time since Sept. 7-14, while holding a slight 3-2 edge in the past 5 contests.

The Over and Under have alternated in the past 5 in the series, with the Under cashing both times in Vegas. The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 meetings at UNLV.

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Washington at Oregon odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 1 Oregon Ducks (11-0, 8-0 Big Ten) welcome the Washington Huskies (6-5, 4-4) to Autzen Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (NBC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Washington vs. Oregon odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Oregon is No. 1 in the US LBM Coaches Poll. The Ducks beat the Wisconsin Badgers 16-13 Nov. 16, closing as 13.5-point road favorites. They failed to hit 30 points for the first time since Week 1. Oregon was off in Week 13. It hasn’t covered in 2 straight games and is 5-6 against the spread (ATS) this season.

The Huskies beat the UCLA Bruins 31-19 in Week 12, also having Week 13 off. They closed as 4.5-point home favorites in that battle. Washington has scored 17 or fewer in 3 of its last 5 games. It is 2-3 ATS in those and 5-6 ATS on the season. The Huskies have allowed at least 30 points in 3 of their last 5 as well.

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

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Washington at Oregon 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 10:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Washington +700 (bet $100 to win $700) | Oregon -1100 (bet $1,100 to win $100)
Against the spread: Washington +18.5 (-115) | Oregon -18.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 50.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Washington at Oregon picks and predictions

Prediction

Oregon 31, Washington 14

Moneyline

PASS.

There’s no value here. The Ducks should win with ease yet aren’t worth playing as heavy favorites. Washington isn’t worth the wager regardless of how sizable of an underdog it is.

Against the spread

BET WASHINGTON +18.5 (-115).

The Ducks haven’t lived up to their expectations over the last few games, failing to cover in both. They have also struggled to cover at home all season long, going just 2-4 ATS at Autzen Stadium. Oregon’s defense has lost some of its consistency, allowing between 13 and 18 in its last 3 games.

The Huskies have scored 26 or more in 2 of their last 3 games and are 3-3 ATS in their last 6. Washington has allowed 35 or fewer in 4 straight and in every game but 1 this season. The Huskies have wins over USC and Michigan. They have shown enough to expect them to keep this game somewhat close.

BACK WASHINGTON +18.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 50.5 (-105).

If there’s one thing both teams have done as of late, it is go under the projected total. The Huskies are 3-8 O/U on the season and 1-3 O/U in their last 4 games. They have scored 17 or fewer in 3 of their last 5 games.

The Ducks are 4-7 O/U and are just 1-4 O/U in their last 5 games. They’ve scored just 55 points in their last 2 games combined. Oregon is 2-6 O/U in Big Ten play. Take UNDER 50.5 (-105).

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Florida at Florida State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Florida Gators (6-5) meet the Florida State Seminoles (2-9) at Doak S. Campbell Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we look at Florida vs. Florida State odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Gators extended their win streak to 2 games, both against ranked teams. They upset No. 16 Ole Miss 23-20 as 13-point home underdogs Nov. 23, with the Under (58) hitting. Florida’s defense forced 3 turnovers, including 2 interceptions from Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart. Florida QB DJ Lagway threw for 180 yards with 2 TDs and 1 INT, while RB Montrell Johnson Jr. rushed for 107 yards and a TD.

Florida State ended its 6-game losing streak with a 41-7 victory over Charleston Southern Nov. 23, pushing as a 34-point home favorite. The Over (44.5) cashed. Freshman QB Luke Kromenhoek threw for 209 yards with 3 TDs, including 82 yards and a score to WR Ja’Khi Douglas. RB Caziah Holmes contributed with 2 rushing TDs in the win.

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

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Florida at Florida 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 10:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Florida -800 (bet $800 to win $100) | Florida State +550 (bet $100 to win $550)
Against the spread (ATS): Florida -16.5 (-110) | Florida State +16.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Florida at Florida State picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida 42, Florida State 13

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no doubt in my mind that Florida (-800) will take this game in Tallahassee, but I’m not betting 1-to-8. I’ll take my wager to the spread.

Against the spread

BET FLORIDA -16.5 (-110).

Florida coach Billy Napier may have saved his job with recent wins over ranked opponents LSU and Ole Miss, and Florida has covered the spread in 7 of its last 8 games.

In contrast, Florida State is having a disastrous season, losing its last 3 games to Power Four teams by more than 20 points. Its win over Charleston Southern snapped a 6-game losing streak, but it’s not exactly a confidence builder. Not only are the Seminoles losing, but they’re getting blown out.

The favorite has won the last 10 meetings between these teams. While Florida State has won 3 of the last 4 at home against the Gators, Florida is the better team and will be eager to extend its dominance in Tallahassee.

Over/Under

BET OVER 45.5 (-110).

Florida has hit the Under in its last 2 games, but both had totals above 55 points. When the line is in the 40s, Florida games have gone Over.

Florida State has also gone Over in its last 2, both with totals in the mid-40s.

The Gators average 27.6 points and 375.7 yards per game, while allowing 25.5 points and 406.3 yards. Florida’s defense struggles against the run, allowing 161.5 rushing yards per game.

While Florida State won’t exploit this as much as an SEC team might, it still highlights Florida’s defensive weaknesses. With the total set below 50, I’m leaning towards the Over.

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