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Week 1 first look: Georgia Bulldogs at Clemson Tigers odds and lines, playoff positioning on the line

Previewing the college football Week 1 matchup between Georgia Bulldogs and Clemson Tigers, with odds, trends and head-to-head records.

The No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs and No. 2 Clemson Tigers square off in this year’s Duke’s Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Kickoff is set for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET.  Below, we look at Georgia vs. Clemson odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

Rankings according to the USA TODAY AFCA Coaches Poll.

The marquee matchup of Week 1 features a pair of top-five teams with legitimate College Football Playoff aspirations in 2021.

The preseason favorite to win the SEC East, Georgia lost two games in 2020 but looked much improved on offense once QB J.T. Daniels took over for the team’s last four games. Daniels will get help from an experienced and talented offensive line with five-star talent at the skill positions, while the defense should be its typical elite self under head coach Kirby Smart.

Clemson made its sixth straight playoff appearance in 2020, losing 49-28 to Ohio State in the semifinals. They lost electric tandem QB Trevor Lawrence and RB Travis Etienne to the NFL, but QB D.J. Uiagalelei looks ready to lead the offense while most starters return on a top-15 defense (327 yards per game) from last season.

Georgia vs. Clemson odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 2:40 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Georgia +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Clemson -170 (bet $170 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Georgia +3.5, -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Clemson -3.5, +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
  • Total (Over/Under): 51.5, O: -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | U: -110 (bet $110 to win $100)

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2020 betting stats:

  • ML: Georgia 8-2 | Clemson 10-2
  • ATS: Georgia 4-6 | Clemson 5-7
  • O/U: Georgia 6-4 | Clemson 7-5

Georgia vs. Clemson head-to-head

These non-conference foes split their last home-and-home series back in 2013 (Clemson 38-35) and 2014 (Georgia 45-21). Georgia leads the all-time series 42-18-4, but they’ve met just four times since 1995.

Both teams were subpar against the spread in 2020. Georgia lost five of their last seven games ATS, while Clemson lost four of their last seven.

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Week 1 first look: Alabama at Miami odds and lines, Tide’s title defense begins

Previewing the college football Week 1 matchup between Alabama and Miami, with odds, trends and head-to-head records.

The Alabama Crimson Tide and Miami Hurricanes square off in this year’s Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. Kickoff is set for Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET.  Below, we look at Alabama at Miami odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

Alabama’s national title defense begins with several new faces on both sides of the ball. The Tide lost six first-round picks from last year’s team, including 2020 Heisman Trophy winner WR DeVonta Smith and finalist QB Mac Jones. This will be our first look at their next wave of blue-chip recruits, headlined by QB Bryce Young.

Miami is coming off an 8-3 (7-2 ACC) season in 2020. Its best hope in this one hinges on star QB D’Eriq King, though it remains to be seen how King will look coming off a major knee injury in the team’s bowl game last season.

Alabama at Miami odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 2:55 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Alabama -850 (bet $850 to win $100) | Miami +550 (bet $100 to win $550)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Alabama -18.5, -108 (bet $108 to win $100) | Miami +18.5, -112 (bet $112 to win $100)
  • Total (Over/Under): 61.5, O: -112 (bet $112 to win $100) | U: -108 (bet $108 to win $100)

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2020 betting stats:

  • ML: Alabama 13-0 | Miami 8-3
  • ATS: Alabama 9-4 | Miami 6-5
  • O/U: Alabama 7-5-1 | Miami 6-5

Alabama at Miami head-to-head

Nobody on the field was born when these two last played in the 1993 Sugar Bowl (remember George Teague?), so head-to-head doesn’t matter here.

What does matter is Nick Saban’s recent track record in marquee openers. Alabama covered their last five neutral-site opening games dating back to 2015. The on-field turnover, particularly on offense, should be of little worry for a program that reloads nearly every season.

Miami started strong in 2020 (3-0 ATS) but failed to cover in four of its last six games, including the bowl game against Oklahoma State.

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Week 1 first look: Ohio State Buckeyes at Minnesota Golden Gophers odds and lines, Bucks open season on road with Big Ten clash

Previewing the college football Week 1 matchup between Ohio State Buckeyes and Minnesota Golden Gophers, with odds, trends and head-to-head records.

The No. 4 Ohio State Buckeyes and Minnesota Golden Gophers get their seasons going Thursday in Minneapolis. Kickoff in the conference clash at TCF Bank Stadium is slated for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Ohio State vs. Minnesota odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

Rankings according to the USA TODAY AFCA Coaches Poll.

Ohio State was sometimes iffy on defense but was highly efficient on offense en route to the program’s fourth consecutive Big Ten title and an eventual appearance in the National Championship Game in 2020.

Now the Buckeyes move forward with a new quarterback, C.J. Stroud. He’ll be surrounded by much of the same talent that helped crank out 41.0 points per game in 2020.

Minnesota coughed up 34.8 PPG over their first five contests last fall, ending ninth in Big Ten defense with 30.1 PPG allowed. However, the 2021 Gophers are loaded with experience.

Minnesota returns more players than any other Big Ten team. Twenty starters return, including RB Mohamed Ibrahim, the 2020 Big Ten Running Back of the Year. Ibrahim rushed for 1,076 yards and 15 touchdowns in seven games.

Ohio State at Minnesota odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 12:13 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Minnesota +380 (bet $100 to win $380) | Ohio State -540 (bet $540 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Minnesota +14.5, -117 (bet $117 to win $100) | Ohio State -14.5, -103 (bet $103 to win $100)
  • Total (Over/Under): 65.5, O: -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | U: -115 (bet $115 to win $100)

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2020 betting stats:

  • ML: Minnesota 3-4 | Ohio State 7-1
  • ATS: Minnesota 4-3 | Ohio State 4-4
  • O/U: Minnesota 3-4 | Ohio State 5-2-1

Ohio State at Minnesota head-to-head

The Buckeyes are looking for their first ATS win against the Gophers since 2010; they are 0-3 ATS since. OSU’s last SU loss to Minnesota came on Oct. 14, 2000.

Ohio State is 9-2 ATS across its last 11 games lined as 13-to-13.5-point favorites.

Minnesota is 1-4 ATS in its last five home openers (1-3 under head coach P.J. Fleck). Over the last 10 OSU-UM meetings, the Gophers have been outscored by an average score of 36.6 to 13.1.

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Week 1 First look: UL Monroe Warhawks at Kentucky Wildcats odds and lines, UK expected to roll

Previewing the college football Week 1 matchup between UL Monroe Warhawks and Kentucky Wildcats, with odds, trends and head-to-head records.

The UL Monroe Warhawks and Kentucky Wildcats open their 2021 regular season Saturday at Kroger Field. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET. Below, we look at the UL Monroe vs. Kentucky odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

UL Monroe was winless in 10 games last season. This will be its first game against an SEC opponent since a 70-21 loss Oct. 6, 2018 at Ole Miss. They also fell 48-10 that year at Texas A&M Sept. 15.

Kentucky won 23-21 win over NC State on Jan. 2, 2021, in the Gator Bowl in its most recent non-conference play. This will be Kentucky’s first battle against a Sun Belt foe since a 62-42 win Sept. 17, 2016 over affiliate-member New Mexico State.

UL Monroe at Kentucky odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: UL Monroe +1300 (bet $100 to win $1,300) | Kentucky -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: UL Monroe +30.5 (-115) | Kentucky -30.5 (-105)
  • Total (Over/Under): 55.5, O: -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | U: -115 (bet $115 to win $100)

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2020 Betting Stats (Regular Season):

  • ML: UL Monroe 0-10 | Kentucky 4-6
  • ATS: UL Monroe 3-7 | Kentucky 4-6
  • O/U: UL Monroe 3-7 | Kentucky 4-6

UL Monroe at Kentucky head-to-head

The Wildcats lead the all-time series 4-1, last meeting in Lexington Oct. 11, 2014. Kentucky won that day 48-14, and it has scored at least 36 points in winning four straight in the series. ULM won the first-ever meeting Nov. 12, 1994, a 21-14 victory in Lexington.

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Week 1 first look: Rice Owls at Arkansas Razorbacks odds and lines, Hogs big favorites at home

Previewing the college football Week 1 matchup between Rice Owls at Arkansas Razorbacks, with odds, trends and head-to-head records.

The Rice Owls and Arkansas Razorbacks kick off their 2021 regular season Saturday at Razorback Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Rice vs. Arkansas odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

Rice won two games in a COVID-shortened 2020 season, including a stunning 20-0 road win over a ranked Marshall team Dec. 5 as a 24.5-point underdog. The Under has cashed in four straight games for Rice.

Arkansas struggled last season, especially on defense, yielding 50 or more points in three of its final four outings. This will be the first non-conference game for Arkansas since Nov. 9, 2019, a loss to Conference USA’s Western Kentucky.

Rice at Arkansas odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Rice +700 (bet $100 to win $700) | Arkansas -1200 (bet $1,200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Rice +19.5, -108 (bet $108 to win $100) | Arkansas -19.5, -112 (bet $112 to win $100)
  • Total (Over/Under): 51.5, O: -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | U: -110 (bet $110 to win $100)

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2020 betting stats:

  • ML: Rice 2-3 | Arkansas 3-7
  • ATS: Rice 3-2 | Arkansas 7-3
  • O/U: Rice 1-4 | Arkansas 4-6

Rice at Arkansas head-to-head

Rice and Arkansas used to play frequently in the Southwest Conference. The series dates all the way back to 1919. The Razorbacks lead the all-time series 35-29-3. The Razorbacks won the last meeting 20-0 in Little Rock, Ark., Nov. 23, 1991.

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Week 1 First look: Bowling Green Falcons at Tennessee Volunteers odds and lines, Vols heavily favored in opener

Previewing the college football Week 1 matchup between Bowling Green Falcons at Tennessee Volunteers, with odds, trends and head-to-head records.

The Bowling Green Falcons and Tennessee Volunteers kick off their 2021 regular season Thursday at Neyland Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Bowling Green vs. Tennessee odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

Bowling Green enters the game searching for its first victory since Nov. 2, 2019, a 35-6 win over Akron.

Tennessee will be playing its first non-conference game since Jan. 2, 2020, a 23-22 win over Indiana in the Gator Bowl. The Vols haven’t faced a MAC team since Sept. 17, 2016, a 28-19 win over Ohio.

Bowling Green at Tennessee odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Bowling Green +1500 (bet $100 to win $1,500) | Tennessee -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Bowling Green +34.5, -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Tennessee -34.5, -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Total (Over/Under): 59.5, O: -108 (bet $108 to win $100) | U: -112 (bet $112 to win $100)

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2020 betting stats:

  • ML: Bowling Green 0-5 | Tennessee 3-7
  • ATS: Bowling Green 1-4 | Tennessee 3-6-1
  • O/U: Bowling Green 3-2 | Tennessee 3-7-0

Bowling Green at Tennessee head-to-head

The Falcons and Volunteers have met just once before, Sept. 5, 2015 on a neutral field at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The Vols won 59-30, covering a 21.5-point number as the Over easily connected.

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Week 1 First look: Western Michigan Broncos at Michigan Wolverines odds and lines, Michigan favored at Big House

Previewing the college football Week 1 matchup between Western Michigan Broncos and Michigan Wolverines, with odds, trends and head-to-head records.

The Western Michigan Broncos and Michigan Wolverines kick off their 2021 regular season Saturday at Michigan Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for Noon ET. Below, we look at the Western Michigan vs. Michigan odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

Western Michigan posted a 4-2 record last season in all conference games. Their last non-conference affair was a 23-20 loss to Western Kentucky in the First Responders Bowl Dec. 30, 2019.

Michigan fumbled its way to a 2-4 SU/1-5 ATS mark in the COVID-shortened 2020 season, including an 0-3 SU mark in three games in Ann Arbor Mich. This will be its first non-conference game since Jan. 1, 2020, a 35-16 loss to Alabama in the Citrus Bowl.

Western Michigan at Michigan odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Western Michigan +570 (bet $100 to win $570) | Michigan -900 (bet $900 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Western Michigan +16.5 (-105) | Michigan -16.5 (-115)
  • Total (Over/Under): 67.5, O: -112 (bet $112 to win $100) | U: -108 (bet $108 to win $100)

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2020 betting stats:

  • ML: Western Michigan 4-2 | Michigan 2-4
  • ATS: Western Michigan 3-3 | Michigan 1-5
  • O/U: Western Michigan 4-2 | Michigan 4-2

Western Michigan at Michigan head-to-head

The Wolverines own a 7-0 series lead against the Broncos, including a 49-3 win in the most recent meeting Sept. 8, 2018. Michigan has scored at least 31 points in each of the past five games dating back to 2001, and they have allowed an average of just 8.0 PPG in the previous four meetings. All seven meetings have been at Michigan Stadium.

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Southern Utah Thunderbirds at San Jose State Spartans odds and lines: SJSU favored in rout

Looking at the college football odds and lines for Saturday’s Southern Utah at San Jose State Week 0 matchup.

The Southern Utah Thunderbirds and San Jose State Spartans match wits and lock horns in a season-opening Saturday night game at CEFCU Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Southern Utah at San Jose State odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

Southern Utah went 1-5 during an abbreviated spring schedule. The lone victory was by a 34-24 count over Cal Poly; four of the five losses were by 3 or fewer points.

San Jose State went 7-1 last fall with two games – against Fresno State and Boise State – wiped out by COVID-19 issues. The Spartans scored 30 or more points five times and didn’t give up more than 24 points until a 34-13 loss to Ball State in Offerpad Arizona Bowl.

Southern Utah at San Jose State: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 5 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Southern Utah +800 (bet $100 to win $800) | San Jose State -1500 (bet $1,500 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Southern Utah +21.5, -112 (bet $112 to win $100) | San Jose State -21.5, -108 (bet $108 to win $100)
  • Total: 55.5, Over -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Under -107 (bet $107 to win $100)

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2020 Betting stats:

  • ATS: Southern Utah NA | San Jose State 6-1-1
  • O/U: Southern Utah NA | San Jose State 1-7

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Southern Utah, at +700 odds, has an implied 12.50% chance of winning, or 7/1 fractional odds.

San Jose State (-1200) has an implied 92.31% chance of beating the Thunderbirds, or 1/12 fractional odds.

The Thunderbirds would have to win outright or lose by 21 or fewer points for the +21.5 (-112) ticket to cash. SJSU would have to win by 22 or more for the -21.5 (-108) bet to win.

There would need to be at least 56 points scored for the Over 55.5 (-115) to win, while a combined point total of 55 or fewer points is a win for the Under (-107).

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UTEP Miners at New Mexico State Aggies odds and lines: Miners favored in renewal of I-10 rivalry

Looking at the college football odds and lines for Saturday’s UTEP Miners at New Mexico State Aggies Week 0 matchup.

Saturday’s college football schedule sees UTEP and New Mexico State kick off their respective seasons at 9:30 p.m. ET at Aggie Memorial Stadium in Las Cruces, N.M. Below, we look at the UTEP at New Mexico State odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

UTEP played eight games last season and won three. The Miners ended their season with four straight losses, but they outgained foes in three of those four setbacks. The 2021 UTEP roster returns 19 starters, including 11 for an offense that has incrementally added points and yards each of the last three seasons.

New Mexico State did not play at all last fall. The Aggies had a two-game spring season (against two FCS opponents) and head coach Doug Martin treated those contests like exhibition games, working in players up and down the roster.

The 2020 COVID-19 autumn snapped a streak of 18 straight years with these two programs meeting on the gridiron. UTEP leads the all-time series, 57-38-2, but NMSU has a three-game straight-up and against-the-spread winning streak (2017-19).

UTEP at New Mexico State: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 4:45 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: UTEP -333 (bet $333 to win $100) | New Mexico State +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
  • Against the spread/ATS: UTEP -8.5, -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | New Mexico State +8.5, -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Total: 54.5, Over -108 (bet $108 to win $100) | Under -112 (bet $112 to win $100)

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2020 Betting stats:

  • ATS: UTEP 5-3 | New Mexico State NA
  • O/U: UTEP 4-4 | New Mexico State NA

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New Mexico State, at +260 odds, has an implied 27.78% chance of winning, or 13/5 fractional odds. UTEP (-333) has an implied 76.91% chance of beating the Aggies, or 100/333 fractional odds.

NMSU would have to win outright or lose by 8 or fewer points for the +8.5 (-110) ticket to cash. UTEP would have to win by 9 or more points for the -8.5 (-110) ticket to cash.

There would need to be at least 55 points scored for an OVER 54.5 (-108) ticket to cash, while a combined point total of 54 or fewer points is a win for the Under (-112).

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Connecticut Huskies at Fresno State Bulldogs odds and lines: Bulldogs expected to roll in opener

Looking at the college football odds and lines for Saturday’s Connecticut Huskies at Fresno State Bulldogs Week 1 matchup.

The Connecticut Huskies and Fresno State Bulldogs open the 2021 college football season Saturday. Kickoff at Bulldog Stadium in Fresno, Calif., is set for 2 p.m. ET. Below, we look at Connecticut at Fresno State odds and lines; check back for our college football picks and predictions.

The UConn Huskies were moved from the American Athletic Conference (AAC) to Independent status in Aug. 2020. However, the program did not compete due to COVID-19 last season so 2021 will mark their return to Independent status which they last held in 2003.

Fresno State had some impressive performances during a COVID-19 shortened 2020 season and finished the year 3-3. The Bulldogs were 1-1 SU/ATS in two games on their home field, last appearing in “The Valley” Oct. 29 in a 38-17 win over Colorado State.

Connecticut at Fresno State: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 9:44 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Connecticut +1300 (bet $100 to win $1,300) | Fresno State -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Connecticut +27.5, -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Fresno State -27.5, -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Total: 62.5, Over -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Under -110 (bet $110 to win $100)

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2020 Betting stats:

  • ATS: Connecticut (2019) 5-7 | Fresno State 3-3
  • O/U: Connecticut (2019) 5-7 | Fresno State 3-3

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The Bulldogs (-5000) are heavy home favorites with an implied win probability of 98.04%. Their money line odds can be expressed as a fraction of 1/50 or a decimal of 1.02. Fresno State will need to win by 28 or more points in order to cover the spread for an ATS victory.

The Huskies +1300 odds represent an implied win probability of 7.14%. These odds can also be expressed as 13/1 fractional or 14.00 decimal. UConn would need to win outright, tie, or lose by no more than 27 points to gain an ATS victory.

The Huskies and Bulldogs must combine to score 63 or more points for a bet on the Over 62.5 to cash. A point total of 62 or fewer points is a win for the Under. The odds price both the Over and Under as the equally likely result on the projected total.

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