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NC State at UConn odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s NC State at Connecticut odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The NC State Wolfpack and the UConn Huskies open their seasons at Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford, Conn., Thursday night. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the NC State at UConn odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Wolfpack head into the 2023 season with high expectations, especially on the offensive side of the ball. New offensive coordinator Robert Anae is lucky to have former Virginia QB Brennan Armstrong, who previously played under the OC in Charlottesville. They could make beautiful music together in Raleigh. On D, NC State returns 6 starters from a strong unit.

The Huskies had been a doormat for years, but UConn turned things around a bit last year under coach Jim Mora Jr. RB Victor Rosa was a standout for UConn, but the receivers are a bit of a question for the Huskies. The defense will be tested early and often, and it was a unit that wasn’t very good in 2022.

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NC State at UConn odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): NC State -650 (bet $650 to win $100) | UConn +450 (bet $100 to win $450)
  • Against the spread (ATS): NC State -14 (-110) | UConn +14 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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NC State at UConn picks and predictions

Prediction

NC State 27, UConn 16

Moneyline

I think NC State (-650) goes up to East Hartford and opens its campaign with a victory. However, risking 6 1/2 times your potential return is quite risky behavior. In the long haul, betting such heavy favorites in a singular bet will not be a good strategy. Even tossing NC State into a multi-team parlay sucks all the value out of your ticket.

AVOID.

Against the spread

UCONN +14 (-110) has a decent couple of QBs returning to action, and Rosa can run the ball well, when called upon. The question about taking the Huskies is if the defense can slow Armstrong and the pass game. Before he was injured at UVA, Armstrong was one of the better QBs in the ACC.

Over/Under

UNDER 46.5 (-110) is the lean, but go lightly, as it could be close.

Connecticut wasn’t able to generate a lot of offense last season, and it will have a lot of difficulty right out of the gate against one of the better defensive units in the ACC. NC State allowed just 19.4 PPG last season to rank 15th in the nation, and it limited the opposition to just 102.8 yards per game on the ground, No. 11 in the country. The run game is UConn’s strength, so it could struggles to put up points, which Under bettors will love.

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Liberty at Connecticut odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 19 Liberty Flames (8-1) meet the Connecticut Huskies (5-5) Saturday at Pratt & Whitney Stadium in East Hartford, Conn. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Liberty vs. Connecticut odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Flames, ranked No. 23 in the College Football Playoff rankings, picked up a giant 21-19 win at Arkansas last week as a 14-point underdog, Liberty’s 2nd straight outright win as a ‘dog of 7 or more points. Liberty has won 6 in a row since its lone setback at Wake Forest on Sept. 17, a 1-point loss.

The Huskies have already gone Over their preseason win total, but UConn now finds itself needing 1 win in the final 2 games to qualify for a bowl game. UConn has put itself into position for the postseason with a 4-1 SU mark in the last 5 games, and the Huskies have covered 6 in a row. The Under is 5-0 in the last 5 for Connecticut, too.

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Liberty at Connecticut odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Liberty -800 (bet $800 to win $100) | Connecticut +520 (bet $100 to win $520)
  • Against the spread: Liberty -14 (-115) | Connecticut +14 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Liberty at Connecticut picks and predictions

Prediction

Liberty 24, Connecticut 17

Moneyline

Liberty (-800) will cost you 8 times your potential return, and that’s quite a bit risky, especially on the road.

In addition, the Flames could have a little bit of a hangover here after a thrilling win on the road against an SEC team, followed up with a trip against a .500 independent. Liberty should win, but this could be closer than some think.

PASS.

Against the spread

Play CONNECTICUT +14 (-105) catching the 2 TDs, and if it happens to go up to 14 and a hook or more, go even heavier.

The Huskies don’t have the prettiest numbers overall, but the offense has been a lot better as the season has gone on. The offense is averaging just 18.5 PPG overall, but UConn has exceeded that total with 21 or more points in 3 of the last 4 outings. The run game is exceptional, going for 187.6 yards per game, and it will be a test for the Liberty D.

Over/Under

UNDER 45.5 (-110) is the lean here. Liberty has rolled up 30.0 PPG, but it underachieved last week with just 21 points.  The defense has been air-tight, allowing just 17.7 PPG in the previous 3, all Under results.

UConn is also on a 5-0 Under run lately, so you have to keep rolling with the Under until further notice.

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UConn at Michigan odds, picks and predictions

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

The Michigan Wolverines (2-0) host the UConn Huskies (1-2) Saturday. Kickoff from Michigan Stadium is set for noon ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the UConn at Michigan  odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Wolverines come into the game with QB J.J. McCarthy having won the starting role after a 3-TD game last weekend in a 56-10 win over Hawaii.

The Wolverines took the pedal off the metal late as they went into the half up 42-0. Michigan also has a 51-7 win over Colorado State, so the offensive firepower is certainly there.

As for UConn, it will look to develop freshman QB Zion Turner, who was a 3-star recruit with offers from Arkansas and Costal Carolina, and to not get blown out like the Wolverines opening 2 opponents.

Turner and 4 graduate transfers are the only new faces in the starting lineup for UConn. The Huskies lost to Syracuse 48-14 and Utah State 31-10, but did manage a 28-3 win over Central Connecticut State.

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UConn at Michigan odds

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  • Money line (ML): Off the board
  • Against the spread (ATS): UConn +47.5 (-108) | Michigan -47.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 60.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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UConn at Michigan picks and predictions

Prediction

Michigan 52, UConn 10

Money line

PASS.

This is one of the largest spreads on the Saturday slate. If you can find money line odds, don’t take them. As we learned last week, upsets happen, and this is an experienced UConn side.

Against the spread

BET UCONN +47.5 (-110).

There is an extremely small chance that UConn can even make this competitive. That should be obvious. The Huskies won’t be able to handle Michigan’s speed out wide or size in the trenches.

But, what they do have should propel a cover. Sophomore starting RB Nathan Carter has 384 yards in 3 games and 6.5 yards per carry average. Turner is also an upgrade, throwing for 4 TDs and 3 INTs.

The Wolverines took off the gas early in the third quarter against Hawaii, and they’ll likely do the same here. Michigan actually was outscored in the 3rd quarter despite running for over 250 yards in the game.

Michigan’s talent is unmatched, but simply put, this spread is too high for a UConn team that only added experience and has the majority of players returning from a season ago.

Michigan failed to cover against Hawaii, it’s only time being more than 40-point favorites this season. It only has two 50-point wins (virtually what it would need to cover) since 2017.

Over/Under

BET OVER 60.5 (-110).

Despite having put up 50-plus points in both matchups this season, Michigan has yet to hit the over. UConn is just 1-2 O/U as well this season.

However, it did just allow 48 points to Syracuse, so it’s defense clearly isn’t among the more challenging. UConn has allowed more than 30 points in both games against Division 1 sides.

I expect Michigan to again have its way in yet another blowout. The Wolverines have consistently topped 50, and there’s no reason to believe they won’t hit that mark again.

With UConn having a 3-star freshman under center, the more experience he gets the better he should be as well. The combo of Turner and Carter should get at least a few points on the board.

Back the OVER 60.5 (-110).

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UConn at Utah State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s UConn Huskies at Utah State Aggies odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Connecticut Huskies open the season Saturday against the Utah State Aggies at Maverik Stadium in Logan, Utah. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the UConn vs. Utah State odds, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Huskies begin anew with coach Jim Mora Jr., looking to get back to respectability. It’s going to be a slow go, however, as the Huskies had a terribly inefficient offense last season, and the defense struggled mightily, too. Even with modest gains in both areas this will still be a bad team.

After an 11-win season, the Aggies return QB Logan Bonner under center, while adding versatile QB Levi Mitchell from Wyoming. They’re going to be fine on offense, especially since USU loaded up at receiver via the portal. The O-line has 5 starters back, and RB Calvin Tyler Jr. is a solid tailback, too.

This will be the 2nd-ever meeting between these schools. Utah State topped UConn 38-31 in Storrs back in 2001.

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UConn at Utah State odds

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  • Money line (ML): UConn +1300 (bet $100 to win $1,300) | Utah State -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): UConn +27.5 (-112) | Utah State -27.5 (-108)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 59.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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UConn at Utah State picks and predictions

Prediction

Utah State 45, UConn 17

Money line

Betting Utah State (-5000) would mean you need to plop $100 down to win just $2. If that gets you going, more power to you, but that’s a terrible long-term wagering strategy. If you need $2 that badly, just check the change in your couch cushions.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The lean is to UTAH STATE -27.5 (-108), although it could be a close call if UConn +27.5 (-112) is able to surprisingly cobble together some points. The Huskies managed 17 or fewer points, including 2 shutouts, in 7 of their 12 games last season, and its only win was against FCS Yale, so don’t expect much.

Over/Under

The OVER 59.5 (-112) is worth playing here, as Utah State will do a lot of the heavy lifting and could easily get into the 50’s themselves. UConn won’t have to contribute much, if anything, to still cash a winning ticket for Over bettors.

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March Madness: New Mexico State vs. Connecticut odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Thursday’s New Mexico State vs. Connecticut odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions, best bets.

The No. 12 seed New Mexico State Aggies (26-6) and No. 5 seed Connecticut Huskies (23-9) meet Thursday for a West Region first-round game of the NCAA Tournament. Tip-off from KeyBank Center in Buffalo, N.Y., is scheduled for 6:50 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the New Mexico State vs. Connecticut odds and lines, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Aggies of NMSU lost a pair of 2-point games to Chicago State (61-59) and Stephen F. Austin (73-71) Feb. 26 and March 2, respectively, and it certainly didn’t look like this team was NCAA Tournament-worthy. However, the Aggies picked up wins over Grand Canyon (75-70) and Abilene Christian (66-52) to grab wins and covers en route to capturing the WAC Tournament title.

The Huskies of UConn picked up a 62-52 win over Seton Hall before exiting with a 63-60 loss to Villanova in the Big East semifinals. UConn is just 5-6 straight up (SU) in its last 11 games against teams in the NCAA Tournament, while going 2-5-1 against the spread (ATS) in the past eight against teams in the Field of 64.

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New Mexico State vs. Connecticut odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: New Mexico State +230 (bet $100 to win $230) | Connecticut -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: New Mexico State +6.5 (-108) | Connecticut -6.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 131.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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New Mexico State vs. Connecticut odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

New Mexico State 66, Connecticut 64

Money line

NEW MEXICO STATE (+230) is worth playing for the traditional 12-5 upset we’ve seen so many times over the years in the NCAA Tournament. The Aggies are a solid defensive team which will give F Adama Sanogo, G R.J. Cole and company some major headaches in this tournament opener.

Against the spread

If you don’t trust NEW MEXICO STATE +6.5 (-108) straight up you can take them catching three buckets.

Connecticut enters this one with just two wins in its last four games overall and is 3-10-1 ATS across its last 14 games overall. The Aggies allowed just 63.2 PPG during the season, good for 32nd in the country. Look for a low-scoring cover by the lower seed.

Over/Under

The UNDER 131.5 (-108) is the lean, ever so slightly.

New Mexico State was strong defensively, while UConn yielded just 65.7 PPG. The Under is 25-9 in the past 34 games as an underdog for NMSU and has cashed in four in a row for UConn, too. This is going to be a defensive slog with both teams scoring in the 60s.

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UConn at Creighton odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Wednesday’s UConn at Creighton odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 19 UConn Huskies (21-7, 12-5 Big East) and Creighton Bluejays (19-9, 11-6) square off Wednesday in Omaha, Neb. The contest at the CHI Health Center tips off at 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the UConn vs. Creighton odds and lines, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

UConn brings a five-game win streak to Omaha. The Huskies lost to Creighton 59-55 on Feb. 1 and have lost four straight games to the Bluejays.  Three of those games were decided by two possessions-or-less.

The Bluejays held the Huskies to a season-worst 29.9% mark from the floor in the Feb. 1 win. Creighton lost its next game (Feb. 4 at Seton Hall) but is 6-1 since and 6-1 in Big East home games.

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UConn at Creighton odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: UConn -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Creighton +170 (bet $100 to win $170)
  • Against the spread (ATS): UConn -4.5 (-110) | Creighton +4.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 135.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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UConn at Creighton odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Creighton 70, UConn 68

Money line

UConn gets a long road trip in a second straight away game after three in a row at home. The Huskies may be due a bit of 3-point regression on the road, and CU’s field-goal defense inside the arc is elite.

TAKE CREIGHTON (+170).

Against the spread

The Bluejays lost 72-51 on Saturday and the last 14 times Creighton has lost by 20-plus, the following game has been an ATS win 12 times.

This is the type of late-season road game ripe for an upset.

BACK THE BLUEJAYS +4.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Creighton has been a solid Over play of late (and the Over has hit in four of its last six games). The Over is 18-10 across UConn’s 28 games.

BACK THE OVER 135.5 (-110).

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Connecticut at Georgetown odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Sunday’s Connecticut at Georgetown odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets in a Big East matchup.

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The 20th-ranked Connecticut Huskies (20-7, 11-5 Big East) visit the last-place Georgetown Hoyas (6-21, 0-16) Sunday at Capital One Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for noon ET (CBS). Below, we look at the Connecticut vs. Georgetown odds and lines, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Huskies pushed past No. 8 Villanova 71-69 Tuesday for their 20th victory of the season last time out, a fourth consecutive win. Back on Jan. 25, UConn beat Georgetown 96-73 as a 15.5-point home favorite.

The Hoyas are the only winless team in the conference – 0-16 in the Big East – and have lost 17 games in a row. Georgetown’s last victory came against Howard Dec. 15. However, G’town has covered two of the past three with the Under going 3-0 in those past three outings.

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Connecticut at Georgetown odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Connecticut -700 (bet $700 to win $100) | Georgetown +470 (bet $100 to win $470)
  • Against the spread: Connecticut -10.5 (-120) | Georgetown +10.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 145.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Connecticut at Georgetown odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Connecticut 78, Georgetown 65

Money line

Connecticut (-700) will cost seven times your potential return. That’s just way too expensive for a money line bet, even if it is tied into a multi-team parlay.

PASS, and look to the spread.

Against the spread

Play CONNECTICUT -10.5 (-120) despite the extra 10% juice as the Huskies are totally worth it against a team on a 17-game skid.

It’s usually risky business playing a double-digit favorite on the road, but Georgetown has been worse than bad.

UConn won the first meeting by 23 points. There’s no reason to believe the Hoyas will offer stiffer resistance this time around.

Over/Under

UNDER 145.5 (-112) is the lean here, worth a small-unit play only.

Georgetown ranks 176th in the nation in scoring at 71.1 points per game, and it has hit the Under in three consecutive outings.

The Under has cashed in three of the past four for UConn.

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Villanova at Connecticut odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Villanova at Connecticut odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets in a Big East battle.

The No. 8 Villanova Wildcats (21-6, 14-3 Big East) visit the No. 20 Connecticut Huskies (19-7, 10-5) Tuesday at XL Center in Hartford, Conn. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we look at the Villanova vs. Connecticut odds and lines, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Wildcats have picked up five consecutive victories since a loss at Marquette Feb. 2, but ‘Nova has covered just once in its last four outings. Villanova posted an 85-74 win against the Huskies Feb. 5 in the first game after the loss to the Golden Eagles to kick off the win streak.

The Huskies are unbeaten in three straight games after a loss at Xavier Feb. 11. UConn snapped an 0-3 against the spread (ATS) skid with a cover against the Musketeers in a revenge game Feb. 19. The Under has hit in each of its last three outings.

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Villanova at Connecticut odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Villanova +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Connecticut -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Villanova +2.5 (-120) | Connecticut -2.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 135.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Villanova at Connecticut odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Villanova 73, Connecticut 68

Money line

VILLANOVA (+115) is a solid play on the road at plus money.

The Wildcats have won five consecutive games and eight of their past nine outings overall. That includes an 11-point win over UConn in the first meeting.

The Huskies have posted three straight victories, but they’re still just 4-3 SU across their last seven games while going 2-6 ATS in the past eight. The Wildcats are a much better play straight up.

Against the spread

Villanova is a better play straight up rather than catching just two and a half points. Catching this little bit of points doesn’t make sense. Just roll with the money line unless you’re dead set that this is going to be a one-point win for UConn. PASS.

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Over/Under

The OVER 135.5 (-110) hit in the first meeting, and the Over has been the play for Villanova lately as it’s 6-2 in its last eight road games. The Over is even more impressive for UConn, going 25-11 in its last 36 games at home and 9-4 in the past 13 as a home favorite.

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Connecticut at Vanderbilt odds, picks and prediction

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

The Connecticut Huskies (0-5, Independent) and Vanderbilt Commodores (1-3, 0-1 SEC) meet Saturday at Vanderbilt Stadium in Nashville. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Connecticut vs. Vanderbilt odds and lines, and make our expert college football picks, predictions and bets.

The Huskies came oh-so-close last week, falling 24-22 at home to Wyoming. They easily covered the 31.5-point number, however, and are 2-0 ATS across the past two after starting out 0-3 ATS. UConn is average 21.5 PPG in the past two, after being shut out in each of the first two against FBS foes.

Speaking of shutouts, Vandy was blanked at home last weekend by No. 2 Georgia, 62-0. It’s now 0-3 SU/ATS in three home games, and it has allowed 103 points across the past two outings against Stanford and UGA.

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Connecticut at Vanderbilt odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Connecticut +470 (bet $100 to win $470) | Vanderbilt -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Connecticut +14.5 (-110) | Vanderbilt -14.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Connecticut at Vanderbilt odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Vanderbilt 26, Connecticut 22

Money line

Vanderbilt (-700) lost to an FCS team, East Tennessee State, in Clark Lea’s coaching debut. Not only did it lose at home to the Bucs, it was dusted by 20 points. While I expect Vandy to scratch this one out, it shouldn’t be this heavily favored against anybody.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

CONNECTICUT +14.5 (-110) is a tremendous value catching two touchdowns, as it has covered the past two, and nearly won outright last weekend as 31.5-point ‘dogs.

Vanderbilt -14.5 (-110) has no business being a double-digit favorite against anyone. The last time didn’t turn out so hot, as it was a 21-point favorite vs. ETSU. In fact, the Commodores are 1-3 ATS in the past four as a double-digit favorite going back to Sept. 29, 2018, and they’re 1-2 SU in the past three such instances.

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Over/Under

UNDER 51.5 (-110) is the play in this one as we have two bad football teams on display in Nashville.

The Under is 4-1 in the past five tries for the Huskies against SEC schools, while cashing the Under in 12 of the past 17 games played in the month of October.

The Under is a perfect 4-0 in the past four when Vandy is installed as a favorite, and 5-1 in the past six non-SEC battles.

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Connecticut at Fresno State odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Connecticut at Fresno State matchup, with college football odds, lines, picks, predictions and best bets.

The Connecticut Huskies and Fresno State Bulldogs begin the 2021 season Saturday at Bulldog Stadium in Fresno, Calif. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Connecticut vs. Fresno State odds and lines, and make our best college football picks, predictions and bets.

UConn didn’t participate in the COVID-shortened 2020 season, last playing Nov. 30, 2019 at Temple, a 49-17 loss. This will be the first non-conference game for the Huskies since Oct. 26, 2019, when they won at Massachusetts.

Fresno State registered a 3-3 SU/ATS mark in six games last season. While its three losses were by 10 or more points, there is a lot of optimism heading into 2021. They’ll lean heavily upon RB Ronnie Rivera, who is one of the top tailbacks in the nation. QB Jake Haener is back, too, and he helped the offense to a tremendous average of 32.8 PPG.

Connecticut at Fresno State odds, spread and lines

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  • 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) | Fresno State -27.5 (-110)
  • Total (Over/Under): 62.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Connecticut at Fresno State odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Fresno State 45, Connecticut 14

Money line

Fresno State (-5000) will cost you way too much, as a $100 bet returns a profit of just $2. There is never a reason to justify risking that kind of money for such a small return.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The play is FRESNO STATE -27.5 (-110) as they should lean upon the experienced Haener and Rivera for a nice, balanced offensive attack. UConn +27.5 (-110) will be awfully rusty after such a long layoff, and a cross-country trip will not be helpful to getting them off on the right foot.

Over/Under

The UNDER 62.5 (-110) is the play in this East-West matchup. The Huskies are going to have difficulty scoring on the Bulldogs, a team with bowl aspirations in the Mountain West. Fresno has the offensive tools to rack up a good deal of points, especially against a UConn defense that won’t be very good. However, after building a big lead, especially the Bulldogs to let their foot off the gas late.

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