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Michigan at Ohio State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Michigan Wolverines (6-5, 4-4 Big Ten) and No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes (10-1, 7-1) meet Saturday. Kickoff from Ohio Stadium is scheduled for noon ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Michigan vs. Ohio State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Michigan leads the all-time series 61-51-6, with the Wolverines winning the previous 3 meetings, including a 45-23 win Nov. 26, 2022, in the most recent battle in Columbus.

The Wolverines won the national championship last season, but fell on hard times in 2024 after coach Jim Harbaugh bolted for the NFL.

Michigan is bowl eligible after scoring a season-high in points during a 50-6 win over Northwestern last weekend, and the defense has allowed 20 or fewer points in 3 of the previous 4 outings. The Wolverines are 3-1 against the spread (ATS) in those 4 games.

Ohio State scored a massive 38-15 win over Indiana last weekend in a top-5 showdown in Columbus, its third such game of the season. The Buckeyes can clinch a spot in the Big Ten Championship game, and a rematch against Oregon, with a victory Saturday. The Buckeyes are also 3-1 ATS in the past 4 outings.

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

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Michigan 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 Friday at 10 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Michigan +750 (bet $100 to win $750) | Ohio State -1200 (bet $1,200 to win $100)
Against the spread: Michigan +19.5 (-105) | Ohio State -19.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Michigan at Ohio State picks and predictions

Prediction

Ohio State 29, Michigan 16

Moneyline

Ohio State (-1200) will cost you 12 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk and not enough reward, especially in a rivalry game. You can’t touch this, even as part of a multi-leg parlay.

PASS.

Against the spread

Roll with MICHIGAN +19.5 (-105), as even the most ardent Ohio State -19.5 (-115) fan knows this is too many points in one of the best rivalries in America.

While Buckeyes fans can hope that they cover, snapping a 3-game skid in the series, the Wolverines have had their number in previous seasons. There will be a ton of emotions early in the game, and Ohio State hasn’t been getting off to great starts in these big outings. It fell behind Indiana early, it fell behind Penn State early, heck, it even fell behind Northwestern early at Wrigley Field.

Over/Under

OVER 42.5 (-105) is the lean, but go lightly.

Woody Hayes and Bo Schembechler would be rolling over in their graves if they saw the Over is 10-0 in the past 10 meetings in this rivalry game. The winner has scored 42 points in 4 of the past 5 meetings, and the winner has notched 30 or more in each of the previous 10 installments.

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South Carolina at Clemson odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 14 South Carolina Gamecocks (8-3) and the No. 12 Clemson Tigers (9-2) meet at Memorial Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is slated for noon ET (ESPN). Below, we look at South Carolina vs. Clemson odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds before making our expert college football picks and predictions later in the week.

South Carolina secured its fifth consecutive win with a commanding 56-12 triumph over Wofford Nov. 23. The Gamecocks amassed 608 total yards, including 343 through the air and 265 on the ground. QB LaNorris Sellers threw for 307 yards with 3 TDs and 1 INT while rushing for 53 yards and a score. On defense, South Carolina dominated, holding Wofford to a mere 28 rushing yards while stifling any offensive rhythm from the Terriers.

Clemson earned its third consecutive victory, cruising past the Citadel Bulldogs 51-14 Nov. 23. QB Cade Klubnik tossed for 198 yards with 3 TDs, while RB Jay Haynes rushed for 118 yards and 2 scores. WR Antonio Williams contributed 5 catches for 72 yards and 2 TDs. Despite the dominant win, the Tigers struggled defensively, allowing 288 rushing yards to the Bulldogs.

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

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South Carolina at Clemson 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 2:50 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): South Carolina +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Clemson -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): South Carolina +3 (-110) | Clemson -3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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South Carolina at Clemson picks and predictions

Prediction

South Carolina 24, Clemson 21

Moneyline

BET SOUTH CAROLINA (+125).

The Gamecocks have one of their strongest teams in recent years, as well as the potential to win this game on the road.

Clemson is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games, while South Carolina has covered 5 of its last 6.

The Gamecocks come into this matchup riding a 5-game winning streak, showing strong momentum and the ability to perform when it matters. South Carolina’s defense has been outstanding, ranking 12th in FBS in scoring defense (18.8 points allowed per game) and 19th against the run, allowing just 110.9 yards per game.

This will be crucial against a Clemson team that relies on its running game with Klubnik and RB Phil Mafah. The Gamecocks’ defense is well-equipped to slow down Clemson’s ground game and force it into more predictable situations.

On offense, South Carolina has a balanced attack with a solid rushing game, ranked 4th in the SEC, led by RB Raheim “Rocket” Sanders with 821 yards and 11 TDs. Sellers has also been efficient and is ranked 25th nationally in passer rating. South Carolina’s versatility presents challenges for Clemson’s defense, which has had occasional struggles.

Against the spread

PASS.

I’m all about getting those plus odds on the moneyline, but if you want to play it safe and take the field goal, I won’t fault you.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 49.5 (-115).

Clemson’s offense has been inconsistent, despite ranking 11th in scoring offense (36.3 points per game). While it has faced weaker defenses, South Carolina’s defense should be more effective at limiting big plays. Clemson has hit the Under in 6 of its last 8 games.

Both teams favor a slow, methodical style of play, relying on defense and ball control rather than high-scoring affairs. South Carolina’s strong run game complements its defense.

With both teams focused on avoiding mistakes in a high-stakes matchup, this game is likely to stay under the total. Expect a typical SEC-ACC showdown, marked by defensive battles and a clock-controlling approach. Take the Under for this one.

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Tennessee at Vanderbilt odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 8 Tennessee Volunteers (9-2, 5-2 SEC) meet the Vanderbilt Commodores (6-5, 3-4) at FirstBank Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (ABC). Below, we look at Tennessee vs. Vanderbilt odds from BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Tennessee rebounded in style on Saturday, steamrolling the UTEP Miners 56-0. The Volunteers easily covered the 41.5-point spread, and the Over (54.5) hit.

QB Nico Iamaleava led the way with 4 TD passes while RB Dylan Sampson racked up 77 yards and a score, RB Peyton Lewis had 46 yards and 2 TD, and RB Cameron Seldon chipped in 44 yards and a TD. The defense forced 3 turnovers and limited UTEP to just 230 total yards.

Vanderbilt lost for the second week in a row, coming up short in a 24-17 loss to the LSU Tigers in Death Valley on Saturday. The Commodores managed to cover as 10-point underdogs, while the Under (52.5) hit.

QB Diego Pavia put up 186 passing yards and contributed TD both through the air and on the ground. WR Quincy Skinner Jr. had 3 catches for 72 yards and TD.

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

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Tennessee at Vanderbilt 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 1:15 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Tennessee -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Vanderbilt +325 (bet $100 to win $325)
Against the spread (ATS): Tennessee -11 (-110) | Vanderbilt +11 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Tennessee at Vanderbilt picks and predictions

Prediction

Tennessee 31, Vanderbilt 27

Moneyline

PASS.

This line is too big for a conference rivalry like this one. Tennessee (-450) gets the win, but Vanderbilt makes them work which is why I’ll take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET VANDERBILT +11 (-110).

Tennessee holds the edge in talent, but Vanderbilt has shown it can thrive as an underdog, with 3 outright wins as double-digit underdogs this season, including victories over the Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers. Facing the 9th-toughest schedule nationally, the Commodores are 7-1 ATS and confident heading into this rivalry.

Tennessee leads the series 80-33-5, winning 5 straight, including last year’s 48-24 victory where Vanderbilt covered as 27-point underdogs. However, SEC road games have been unpredictable, and playing in Nashville against a motivated in-state rival is no easy task.

Vanderbilt excels at controlling tempo and limiting turnovers, ranking second nationally with just 6 giveaways. Pavia’s mobility adds another layer, allowing him to frustrate Tennessee’s defense if the offensive line holds up.

With a winning season on the line, Vanderbilt has plenty of motivation. If they control the pace, Tennessee may struggle to cover in what could be a tight game.

Over/Under

BET OVER 48.5 (-110).

Pavia is Vanderbilt’s key playmaker, combining 16 passing TDs with 671 rushing yards. His mobility can challenge Tennessee’s aggressive pass rush and create big plays. Vanderbilt’s offense, scoring 29.7 points per game, thrives on ball control and sustained drives, balancing 187.1 passing yards and 142.1 rushing yards per game.

Tennessee’s offense is explosive, averaging 39.5 points with a near-perfect balance of 228.5 passing and 228.1 rushing yards per game. However, their defense, while top-10 overall, has struggled against mobile QBs and allowed 20+ points in four of their last six SEC games.

Vanderbilt’s defense, yielding 30.2 PPG in SEC play, faces a tough test against Tennessee, which has been Over in 3 of its last 4 games. While the Vols aim for a playoff berth, Vanderbilt is chasing its first winning season since 2013 and looks to play spoiler in a motivated home effort.

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Kansas State at Iowa State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The final week of the regular season in the Big 12 has the Kansas State Wildcats (8-3, 5-3 Big 12) on the road facing the No. 17 Iowa State Cyclones (9-2, 6-2). Kickoff Saturday from Jack Trice Stadium is at 7:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Kansas State vs. Iowa State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Kansas State bounced back last week from 2 consecutive losses to beat the Cincinnati Bearcast 41-15 at home, covering the 7.5-point spread as favorites. At 5-3 in the conference, to make the Big 12 Championship, the Wildcats need a win over the Cyclones and at least two of the other 6-2 teams in the conference (Arizona State, Colorado, BYU) to lose as well.

Iowa State won for the second consecutive week after 2 straight losses, beating the Utah Utes 31-28 in Salt Lake, but failing to cover the 6.5-point spread as favorites. A win almost guarantees a spot in the Big 12 title game.

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Kansas State at 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 12:56 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kansas State +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Iowa State -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Kansas State +2.5 (-110) | Iowa State -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Kansas State at Iowa State picks and predictions

Prediction

Iowa State 31, Kansas State 20

Moneyline

Iowa State has scored 31 points or more in 3 straight games and in 4 of its last 5. In all 3 of Kansas State’s losses it failed to reach 20 points. The Wildcats have scored 29 points or more in all their wins.

Kansas State QB Avery Johnson has thrown 6 of his 8 INTs in the team’s three losses. Meanwhile, Iowa State’s defense has had multiple picks in 6 games this season.

I like the Cyclones to win but, as all their wins have been by at least 3 points, you get a little more value with the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

All of Iowa State’s wins have been by at least 3 points and all 3 of Kansas State’s losses have been by more than 3 points.

BET IOWA STATE -2.5 (-110).

Over/Under

All 3 of Kansas State’s losses have had the Under hit and 3 of their last 4 games have had the total go Under the projection.

The last 9 games for Iowa State have alternated hitting the Over and the Under. The last game stayed Over the projected total.

BET UNDER 51.5 (-110).

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Oklahoma at LSU odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Oklahoma Sooners (6-5, 2-5 SEC) visit the LSU Tigers (7-4, 4-3 SEC) Saturday. Kickoff from Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Oklahoma vs. LSU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Neither prestigious program is ranked in the Coaches Poll (US LBM Coaches Poll), but both look to improve their prospects for a late-December bowl game.

The visiting Sooners ride into this game high after a 24-3 win over Alabama Nov. 23 that all but erased the perennial College Football Playoff invitee’s chances to reach the postseason. Oklahoma leaned on the ground game (QB Jackson Arnold‘s 131 rushing yards, Xavier Robinson‘s 2 TDs) and a pick-6.

Meanwhile, LSU stopped a 3-game losing streak — ranked Texas A&M, ranked Alabama, and Florida — with a 24-17 win over Vanderbilt Nov. 23. Tigers QB Garrett Nussmeier racked up 332 passing yards during the victory.

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Oklahoma at LSU 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 1:05 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Oklahoma +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | LSU -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Oklahoma +6 (-110) | LSU -6 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Oklahoma at LSU picks and predictions

Prediction

LSU 27, Oklahoma 20

Moneyline

The home favorite’s ML doesn’t carry much ROI with its over-200 juice, especially for a game with barely a 1-touchdown spread.

Unless it’s part of a parlay, bettors shouldn’t prioritize the Tigers’ moneyline.

PASS.

Against the spread

My favorite bet in this trio is the home squad ATS.

Bettors should look to the key number of 6 (or 5.5) for their target team. If you can still get it at 6, you can at least secure a push if the hosts win by a touchdown in overtime.

If it dips to 5.5 (-110) or lower, attack.

BET LSU -6 (110), or you can grab LSU -5.5 (-113) at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Over/Under

Both teams rank in the middle tiers of offensive points per game (LSU 28.6, Oklahoma 25).

While LSU’s defense boasts more elite talent, the Sooners should do enough to contribute to eclipsing the total.

BET OVER 46.5 (-115).

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Texas at Texas A&M odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 3 Texas Longhorns (10-1, 6-1 SEC) visit the No. 19 Texas A&M Aggies (8-3, 5-2 SEC) on Saturday in the latest edition of this storied in-state rivalry. Kickoff from Kyle Field in College Station is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Texas vs. Texas A&M odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

This final-week matchup of ranked teams in the US LBM Coaches Poll also will determine who will face No. 6 Georgia in the SEC Championship Game. These long-time foes reunite on the field after A&M left thr Bg 12 for the SEC in 2012 and the Longhorns followed them last offseason.

Texas leads the all-time series 76-37-5. They last played in 2011, with Texas winning 27-25 on the road.

QB Quinn Ewers is expected to suit up despite sustaining an ankle injury during a 31-14 win over the Kentucky Wildcats last week. The Longhorns’ offense has lagged since his Week 7 return after a 2-game injury absence.

Still, the unit has done enough to rattle off a 4-game win streak since losing to Georgia — especially since Texas boasts the nation’s third-ranked scoring defense (12.1 PPG).

The Aggies’ quadruple-overtime 43-41 loss last week to the Auburn Tigers dealt a huge blow to their chances at an at-large College Football Playoff berth. However, they remain a threat to sneak into the conference championship matchup with an upset.

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Texas at Texas A&M 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 12:43 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Texas -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Texas A&M +185 (bet $100 to win $185)
Against the spread (ATS): Texas -5.5 (-110) | Texas A&M +5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Texas at Texas A&M picks and predictions

Prediction

Texas 27, Texas A&M 23

Moneyline

Texas’ defensive advantage should be the tipping point, though the -225 vig factors that in.

Find more advantageous ways to back a Longhorns win.

PASS.

Against the spread

Betting A&M to hang with the talented Texas defense probably reads as risky on paper, but the run game could be the way forward for the home team.

Expect A&M to ride its ground game with QB Marcel Reed and RB Amari Daniels, who’s filled in well with RB Le’Veon Moss (leg) out for the season.

BET TEXAS A&M +5.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Aggies’ middling defense should get Ewers and the Longhorns right on the offensive side.

While the value isn’t incredible, I lean toward the schools topping the total. Texas A&M is 4-1 on the Over over its past 5 games and 7-4 on the year, so expect the home team to keep pace.

BET OVER 48.5 (-105).

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UTSA at Army odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Army Black Knights (9-1, 7-0 AAC) welcome the UTSA Roadrunners (6-5, 4-3) to Michie Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (CBS Sports Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the UTSA vs. Army odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

UTSA has won 3 straight games after taking down Temple 51-27 Nov. 22 as a 17-point home favorite. QB Owen McCown was 20-of-27 passing for 220 yards with a TD and 2 INTs while RB Robert Henry carried the ball 16 times for 178 yards and 2 TDs.

Army dropped its first game of the season with a 49-14 loss as a 14-point underdog against Notre Dame Nov. 23 at Yankee Stadium. QB Bryson Daily completed 4 of 8 passes for 26 yards while leading the team in rushing with 39 carries for 139 yards and 2 TDs.

Army is No. 22 in the US LBM Coaches Poll.

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UTSA 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 Friday at 12:40 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): UTSA +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Army -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): UTSA +6.5 (-105) | Army -6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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UTSA at Army picks and predictions

Prediction

Army 31, UTSA 28

Moneyline

PASS.

There is minimal value on Army (-250) to win Saturday.

Against the spread

LEAN UTSA +6.5 (-110).

UTSA has covered the spread in 4 of its last 5 games, scoring 38 or more points in each outing. It faces an Army squad that has failed to cover 3 of its last 4 games while scoring 20 or fewer points in 3 straight. In a game featuring 2 teams that can score in droves, expect the Roadrunners to stick around.

Over/Under

BET OVER 54.5 (-110).

UTSA has scored 44 or more points in 3 straight games and 27 or more in 7 of its last 8. It has hit the Over in 8 of its last 10 games.

Army is 6-4 O/U this season and has scored 37 or more points in 6 of its 10 games.

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Notre Dame at USC odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 5 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (10-1) visit the USC Trojans (6-5) Saturday during college football’s Week 14. Kickoff from the Los Angeles Coliseum is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Notre Dame vs. USC odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Notre Dame climbed one spot in the Coaches Poll (US LBM Coaches Poll) following its 49-14 drubbing of former No. 17 Army on Saturday at Yankee Stadium. Following its surprising Week 2 loss versus Northern Illinois, Marcus Freeman’s team is on a 9-game win streak (+293 scoring margin), and the Fighting Irish are a win away from clinching a likely first-round home game in the College Football Playoff.

USC’s first season in the (huge) Big Ten has them ranked in the middle-of-the-pack in the 18-team super-conference and 1-2 against ranked opponents. Still, the Trojans look to solidify their position for a late-December bowl game under the direction of new starting QB Jordan Maiavia, who’s undefeated in his first 2 games in the lead spot.

In the most recent chapter of this rivalry last season (and their first clash since 2018), Notre Dame stymied eventual No. 1 NFL Draft pick Caleb Williams during a 48-20 win over the visiting Trojans. Notre Dame leads the all-time series 51-38-5.

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Notre Dame at USC 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 12:13 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Notre Dame -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | USC +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
Against the spread (ATS): Notre Dame -7.5 (-110) | USC +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Notre Dame at USC odds picks and predictions

Prediction

Notre Dame 31, USC 20

Moneyline

While the road setting prices Notre Dame’s ML as one of the most favorable figures all season, the best use of this wager is as part of a parlay.

USC is getting too much home hype in its price to justify a straight-up upset bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

Notre Dame sits 9-2 ATS (7-0 since their loss). USC is not far behind at 7-4 ATS.

Behind run-first QB Riley Leonard and RB Jeremiyah Love, the Irish haven’t stopped stepping on the gas since their surprise loss to NIU and will continue to push the pace in order to register a convincing win in the regular-season finale.

Bettors should consider betting this up to -10.5 on an alt-line prop bet. (FanDuel Sportsbook lists it at +124. BetMGM didn’t list the option.)

BET NOTRE DAME -7.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Both schools are hovering around .500 in eclipsing sportsbook totals this season. Notre Dame is 6-5 (6-3 since their loss), and USC is 5-6.

In the most difficult decision among these 3 categories, lean Under. Notre Dame’s defense is playing lights-out, with many points being let up when the team has already been winning big.

USC should hold its own with Maiavia but will eventually struggle to pull away against Al Golden’s defense.

It’s not a true “BET,” but consider fading the total for the potential that the running games, with USC’s Woody Marks (1,421 scrimmage yards, 9 TD on the ground) contributing in keeping ND off the field as much as possible.

LEAN UNDER 51.5 (-110).

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Auburn at Alabama odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Auburn Tigers (5-6, 2-5 SEC) and No. 13 Alabama Crimson Tide (8-3, 4-3) meet in the Iron Bowl Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC / ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Auburn vs. Alabama odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Alabama is No. 13 in the US LBM Coaches Poll. The Crimson Tide lost at the Oklahoma Sooners 24-3 Saturday, closing as 13.5-point favorites. That loss snapped a 3-game winning streak. Alabama is 3-4 against the spread (ATS) in SEC play and 6-5 ATS on the season.

The Tigers beat the No. 19 Texas A&M Aggies 43-41 in OT Saturday, closing as 2.5-point home underdogs. They have won 3 of their last 4 games after losing 4 in a row Sept. 21-Oct. 19. Auburn is 3-4 ATS in conference play and 6-5 ATS on the season.

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

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Auburn at Alabama 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 12:25 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Auburn +350 (bet $100 to win $350) | Alabama -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread: Auburn +11.5 (-110) | Alabama -11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 52.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Auburn at Alabama picks and predictions

Prediction

Alabama 38, Auburn 13

Moneyline

PASS.

The Crimson Tide are fighting for their College Football Playoff lives and need a dominating win. They should come out on top yet aren’t worth a play as sizable home favorites.

Against the spread

BET ALABAMA -11.5 (-110).

The Crimson Tide need a convincing performance, and while it could still be too late, a blowout would be helpful for their CFP chances. Alabama has covered in 3 of its last 4 games and is 4-2 ATS at home this season.

The Tigers are 4-4 ATS in their last 8 games and 1-2 ATS in their last 3 as underdogs. Auburn has struggled offensively, scoring 24 or fewer points in 6 of its last 8 games.

Expect a Crimson Tide blowout, and back ALABAMA -11.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 52.5 (-115).

The Tigers are 5-6 O/U on the season and just 2-4 O/U in their last 6 games. They have scored 17 or fewer in 3 of their last 6 and allowed 21 or fewer in 4 of their last 5.

Alabama is 6-5 O/U and has gone Under in 3 of its last 4 games. It has allowed a total of 44 points in its last 4 games. Considering those trends, back UNDER 52.5 (-115).

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Utah at UCF odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Utah Utes (4-7, 1-7 Big 12) visit the UCF Knights (4-7, 2-6) Friday. Kickoff from FBC Mortgage Stadium is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Utah vs. UCF odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Utah has dropped 7 straight games after falling 31-28 against Iowa State Saturday, covering as a 6.5-point home underdog. QB Isaac Wilson was 8-of-8 passing for 75 yards, but was forced to leave the game with an injury in the third quarter. QB Luke Bottari replaced Wilson and completed 5 of 9 passes for 55 yards.

UCF has dropped 7 of its last 8 games after falling 31-21 at West Virginia Saturday as a 3-point favorite. QB Dylan Rizk was 11-of-21 passing for 172 yards with a TD while RB RJ Harvey carried the ball 16 times for 130 yards and 2 TDs.

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

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Utah at UCF 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 10:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Utah +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | UCF -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Utah +10 (-110) | UCF -10 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Utah at UCF picks and predictions

Prediction

UCF 34, Utah 20

The Utes have scored 21 or more points in 3 straight games and allowed 31 or more in 2 straight.

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