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Florida at Florida State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Florida State Seminoles (3-0) welcome the No. 19 Florida Gators (3-0) to Tucker Center in Tallahassee. Tip-off Friday is set for 6 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Florida vs. Florida State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Florida is No. 19 in the USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll. The Gators beat the Grambling State Tigers 86-62 on Monday, but failed to cover as a 26-point favorite. C Rueben Chinyelu led the way with 14 points on 7-of-8 shooting. Florida is 1-2 against the spread (ATS).

Florida State kicked off its season with a 74-62 home win over the Northern Kentucky Norse, covering as an 8-point favorite. That was its tightest spread as it is coming off a 72-52 beatdown of the Tarleton State Texans Tuesday as a 17.5-point favorite. G Jamir Watkins is the only player averaging double figures for Florida State at 18.3 points per game.

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Florida at Florida State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Florida -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Florida State +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
Against the spread (ATS): Florida -5.5 (-110) | Florida State +5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 156.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Florida at Florida State picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida 80, Florida State 72

Moneyline

PASS.

Florida’s offense has been and should stay on fire. Expect it to come out on top, but avoid an expensive moneyline play.

Against the spread

BET FLORIDA -5.5 (-110).

The Seminoles’ offensive efficiency is concerning. They have yet to score 75 points on weak opponents and have just 1 player scoring more than 9 points per game. Only 1 of their top 6 scorers is shooting north of 45% from the field as well.

Florida is the opposite. It has scored 81 points or more in all 3 games. Its top 3 weapons all shoot at least 47% from the field, and it has covered in its lone game as a favorite of 15 points or fewer. That said, expect the Gators to stay hot and back FLORIDA -5.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 156.5 (-105).

Both teams have been more prone to the Under so far this season. The Gators are 1-2 O/U, and the Seminoles are 0-3 O/U.

Florida State has yet to allow more than 65 points in a game, so it should be able to slow the pace and give Florida some issues, at least more issues than the Gators opponents have sparked. Florida has allowed 62 points or fewer in 2 of its 3 games.

Considering those defensive trends, back UNDER 156.5 (-105).

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Florida State at Miami odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Florida State Seminoles (1-6, 1-5 ACC) and the No. 5 Miami Hurricanes (7-0, 3-0) meet Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Florida State vs. Miami odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Florida State suffered another setback, falling 23-16 to the Duke Blue Devils. The Seminoles, who were 2.5-point underdogs, couldn’t cover the spread, and the game hit the Under (43). Freshman QB Brock Glenn struggled, throwing for just 110 yards with 2 interceptions and 3 sacks. Turnovers were a key issue, as Florida State committed 4 in total. With only 1 win on the season, the Seminoles continue to face challenges on both sides of the ball.

The Hurricanes kept their perfect season alive with a 52-45 victory over the Louisville Cardinals, earning a spot in the national Top 5. They covered as 4-point favorites, while the game easily surpassed the 61-point total. Senior transfer QB Cam Ward continued his stellar play, throwing for 319 yards and 4 touchdowns to 4 different receivers. WR Samuel Brown (125) and WR Xavier Restrepo (101) both topped 100 receiving yards, contributing to Miami’s high-scoring win.

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Florida State vs. Miami odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 10:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Florida State +900 (bet $100 to win $900) | Miami -1600 (bet $1,600 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Florida State +21 (-110) | Miami -21 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Florida State vs. Miami picks and predictions

Prediction

Miami 27, Florida State 9

Moneyline

PASS.

Miami (-1600) will win this game, no question in my mind, but I’m not going to bet $1,600 to win $100 in return. I’ll take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET FLORIDA STATE +21 (-110).

Taking Florida State +21 against Miami could be a savvy choice, even with the Seminoles’ struggles this season. Rivalry games like this are often unpredictable, and the 21-point spread is a big number to cover. Miami has a history of underperforming as a favorite in October, failing to cover the spread in 17 of its last 18 games against non-AP-ranked teams. While they’ve shown dominance over weaker non-conference opponents, their performance in the ACC has been less convincing.

Florida State, despite their disappointing season, has shown they can keep it close against top teams, covering a big spread against Clemson just a few weeks ago. Additionally, the road team has covered in 8 of the last 10 meetings between these schools, which further suggests a tighter game. Miami may come out on top, but it’s tough to see them winning by more than 3 touchdowns against a motivated Florida State squad.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 54.5 (-110).

Taking the Under in the Florida State vs. Miami game looks like the smart play. While Ward has been outstanding and should put points on the board, Florida State’s offense remains a question mark. Glenn has struggled, making it uncertain if he can keep up with Miami’s scoring pace.

The Seminoles have gone Under in 4 of their last 5 games, and recent history between these rivals also favors the Under, with 4 of the last 5 meetings finishing below the total. Even if Miami’s offense shows up, Florida State’s struggles could keep the total lower than expected. With these trends in mind, leaning toward the Under seems like a safe bet in this matchup.

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Florida State at Duke odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Florida State Seminoles (1-5, 1-4 ACC) and Duke Blue Devils (5-1, 1-1) clash in a Friday showdown in Durham. Kickoff from Wallace Wade Stadium is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Florida State vs. Duke odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Florida State heads into this game off a bye week. The Seminoles last played Oct. 5, dropping a 29-13 home game against Clemson. FSU was doubled up in total yardage in that game 500 to 250, and the Seminole offense has yet to crank out even 300 yards in a single game.

Duke, also coming off a bye week, was tripped up 24-14 at Georgia Tech in its last game (Oct. 5). The Blue Devils were outperformed in 3rd and 4th-down plays in that contest, and the Yellow Jackets ran 80 plays to the Devils’ 51.

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

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Florida State at Duke 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 Thursday at 4 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: Florida State +130 (bet $100 to win $135) | Duke -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Florida State +3 (-115) | Duke -3 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Florida State at Duke picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Devils 24, Seminoles 17

Moneyline

Duke is adept at creating havoc, and Florida State has often been pushed into passing downs by abysmal performance rates on early downs. On offense, the Blue Devils figure to be able to stay on schedule with a short passing game. In the red zone, DU has turned its last 9 trips into 7 TDs, and for the season the Devils are the better offense in punching in 6s.

DUKE (-155) has solid value.

Against the spread

Look for better return per the risk on the ML. PASS.

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Over/Under

The Under has cashed in 5 of FSU’s 6 games, and the Under is 4-2 across DU’s last 6 league games and 8-4 in the Blue Devils’ last dozen October games.

Both sides rank in the bottom half of FBS plays-per-game rankings; the Seminoles rank in the bottom 20%.

Florida State is adept in preventing 6s in opposing drives that reach the red zone. The Seminoles struggle in producing TDs on their own such drives. Down-and-distance-wise, both schools lean toward more clock-eating run plays than average.

Last year’s meeting cashed on an Over 49, but that game had 3 scoring drives under 50 yards in length, 2 defense/special teams scores and a garbage-time TD.

BACK THE UNDER 42.5 (-110) in this Friday nighter in Durham.

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Clemson at Florida State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Clemson Tigers (3-1, 2-0 ACC) take on the Florida State Seminoles (1-4, 1-3) at Bobby Bowden Field at Doak S. Campbell Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Clemson vs. Florida State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Clemson, No. 14 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, has won 3 straight after a season-opening loss to Georgia. It covered for the 3rd straight week with a 40-14 W over Stanford as a 24-point fave. QB Cade Klubnik was 15-for-31 for 255 yards, 4 TDs and 1 INT. He also rushed 7 times for 48 yards and a score.

FSU couldn’t capitalize on momentum from its first victory as the Noles fell 42-16 as 6-point dogs to SMU last week. This team has now lost 5 of 6 and is in shambles. QB DJ Uiagalelei was 12-for-30 for 222 yards, 2 TDs and 3 INTs in the game.

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

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Clemson at Florida State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Clemson -650 (bet $650 to win $100) | Florida State +475 (bet $100 to win $475)
Against the spread (ATS): Clemson -14.5 (-115) | Florida State +14.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Clemson at Florida State picks and predictions

Prediction

Clemson 38, Florida State 13

Moneyline

There’s no play here, as it’s really a question of how much Clemson takes its foot off the gas when it goes up.

PASS.

Against the spread

Clemson has averaged 55 points over its last 3 games, while FSU has scored 55 total in its last 4 games. It’s a big hurdle to cross, but there is no reason to believe CLEMSON -14.5 (-115) doesn’t cash.

Over/Under

This Over is going to cash, but Clemson will have to do the heavy lifting. FSU is averaging 14 points over its last 14 games, which means Clemson needs 33 to clear it. It put 40 on Stanford last week and averages 55 a game over the last 3.

Take the OVER 46.5 (-110).

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Florida State at SMU odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Florida State Seminoles (1-3) visit the SMU Mustangs (3-1) Saturday. Kick from Gerald J. Ford Stadium is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Florida State vs. SMU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Florida State found its first win of the season last week in a 14-9 victory against Cal while covering as a 2.5-point home favorite. QB DJ Uiagalelei went 16-of-27 for 177 yards with a touchdown and interception with his top receiver being WR Ja’Khi Douglas who had 4 receptions for 86 yards and a TD. On the ground, RB Lawrance Toafili carried the ball 17 times for 80 yards and a TD.

SMU got back in the win column last week with a 66-42 shootout victory over TCU while covering as a 1.5-point home underdog. QB Kevin Jennings went 14-of-19 for 137 yards with 2 TDs while RB Brashard Smith carried the ball 18 times for 127 yards and 3 TDs.

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

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Florida State at SMU odds

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Moneyline (ML): Florida State +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | SMU -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Florida State +6.5 (-115) | SMU -6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Florida State at SMU picks and predictions

Prediction

SMU 27, Florida State 10

Moneyline

PASS.

There is minimal value on the Mustangs (-225) to take down a struggling Seminoles team Saturday.

Against the spread

BET SMU -6.5 (-105).

Florida State has been unimpressive this season, scoring 14 or fewer points in each of its last 3 games while allowing 20 or more points in 3 of its 4 games. The SMU defense accounted for 3 TDs last week and will be the difference makers on Saturday. SMU has scored 59 or more points in 2 of its last 3 games, which will prove to be too much for the Seminoles.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 46.5 (-110).

While SMU is capable of scoring in droves, the Florida State offense will not be able to carry its fair share of the total. It has hit the Under in each of its 4 games this season while scoring 21 or fewer points in each game. Going against a SMU defense that has allowed 18 or fewer points in 2 of its last 3 games, the Under provides the best value.

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Cal at Florida State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Cal Golden Bears (3-0, 0-0 ACC) travel to meet the Florida State Seminoles (0-3, 0-2) Saturday at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee for an ACC battle. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Cal vs. Florida State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Golden Bears picked up a 31-10 victory last weekend against San Diego State, cashing as an 18.5-point favorite as the Under (48.5) cashed for a 3rd consecutive outing. Cal hits the road for the 1st time since its 21-14 upset at Auburn as an 11.5-point underdog.

The Seminoles have dropped 3 in a row to start, becoming the 1st team to lose 3 in a row after beginning the season ranked inside the Top 10. FSU has lost 2 of the games by a single score as the Under has cashed in all 3 outings.

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Cal at Florida State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Cal +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Florida State -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Cal +2.5 (-110) | Florida State -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Cal at Florida State picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida State 23, Cal 20

Moneyline

Playing FLORIDA STATE (-135) is risky business, as it has not shown many signs of pulling out of its nosedive.

The Seminoles have dropped 3 in a row to start, but 2 of the losses are by 1 score. The defense has allowed 20 or more points in all 3 games, and it is as much to blame as lightning rod QB DJ Uiagalelei, who has taken most of the abuse via social media.

The Seminoles aren’t going to go winless, though, and Cal (+115) is making a 2nd cross-country trek in the past 3 weeks.

Cal star RB Jaydn Ott suffered a lower-body injury against UC Davis in the opener, and he was not effective in the upset at Auburn, which makes that win even more surprising. Ott had just 11 yards on 10 carries against the Tigers.

If Ott were 100% healthy, the Bears would be an intriguing play as a slight road ‘dog. He is listed as probable, so he is likely to play, but it’s uncertain if he is going to be full throttle.

Against the spread

If you have a little more belief in FLORIDA STATE -2.5 (-110), laying the points isn’t a terrible idea.

We haven’t seen the Seminoles play their best football yet, and a win over an unbeaten Cal +2.5 (-110) side could be just what the doctor ordered to turn things around.

If FSU suffers the loss, it wouldn’t be surprising to see the school make a rapid, perhaps rash, decision to dismiss coach Mike Norvell.

Over/Under

UNDER 44.5 (-110) is worth playing lightly.

The total has gone low in all 3 games for both teams. In fact, FSU has managed 13 or fewer points on offense in both home games.

For Cal, the defense has allowed 12.3 PPG through 3 outings, so the Seminoles should face more stiff resistance. The Noles D has allowed 24.0 PPG in 2 games at home, and it should be able to keep Cal under its season averages. The travel should take a toll on the Golden Bears in their 2nd trip east of the Mississippi.

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Memphis at Florida State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Florida State Seminoles (0-2) welcome the Memphis Tigers (2-0) to Doak S. Campbell Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 12 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s college football odds lines around the Memphis vs. Florida State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Florida State’s season has gotten off to a rough start at 0-2. In its latest loss to Boston College, it was down 14-6 at halftime and only put up 13 points in a 28-13 defeat Sept. 2. The offense hasn’t clicked yet, averaging just 17 points a game. QB DJ Uiagalelei has shown some potential, throwing for 272 yards and a TD in the loss, but it hasn’t been enough. The defense is giving up 26 points per game, and its third-down struggles are holding it back. So far, it’s been a disappointing start for the Seminoles.

Memphis, which is No. 25 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, is rolling with a 2-0 start this season. It crushed North Alabama 40-0 in its Aug. 31 opener and then beat Troy 38-17 Sept. 7. Memphis turned it on in the 2nd quarter against Troy, scoring 24 unanswered points. QB Seth Henigan passed for 161 yards and a TD while RB Mario Anderson racked up 125 rushing yards and 2 scores. So far, Memphis has been impressive, scoring 42 points per game and allowing just 8.5. Henigan’s been on fire, hitting 70% of his passes for 469 yards with 3 TDs.

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

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Memphis at Florida State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Memphis +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Florida State -235 (bet $235 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Memphis +6.5 (-105) | Florida State -6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Memphis at Florida State picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida State 38, Memphis 21

Moneyline

PASS.

The Seminoles (-235) have to win this game after starting the season 0-2. This is their chance against a non-conference opponent. I’ll avoid taking them ML, though, and look to the spread for my bet.

Against the spread

BET FLORIDA STATE -6.5 (-115).

Florida State’s been a bit of a letdown this season, but it has a great shot to turn things around. After 2 tough losses, this non-conference game against Memphis is just what it needs. Memphis has been solid, but Florida State’s playing at home and should be ready to prove it is still a force. With their talent and the crowd behind them, the Seminoles are poised to step up their game. Look for them to come out strong and pull away in the 2nd half. So, taking Florida State at -6.5 seems like a solid bet!

Over/Under

BET OVER 53.5 (-110).

The Tigers have hit the Over in 7 of their last 9 games, so they’re no strangers to putting up big numbers. Florida State’s offense might be struggling, but it’s due for a breakout, especially against a Memphis defense that doesn’t exactly shut teams down. With Memphis scoring over 35 points in both of its games so far, this one’s set up for a high-scoring, back-and-forth showdown. Expect this game to breeze past the 53.5 total.

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Boston College at Florida State odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Boston College Eagles (0-0, 0-0 ACC) and Florida State Seminoles (0-1, 0-1) meet at Doak Campbell Stadium Monday. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Boston College vs. Florida odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Boston College moves to hire former Penn State and NFL coach Bill O’Brien, as the Eagles try to return to prominence, or at least have some modicum of success. O’Brien is more of an offensive mind, and that part is actually OK for B.C. QB Thomas Castellanos is solid, and RBs Kye Robichaux and Treshaun Ward are a nice start.

However, B.C. had issues on defense last season, allowing 32.6 points per game in conference play. That needs to be buttoned up immediately, as it opens with a conference foe, and an angry one at that.

Florida State, which is No. 10 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, went all the way over to Dublin, Ireland in the very 1st game of the season for any team, and it was upset by Georgia Tech, 24-21. FSU was a 10.5-point favorite and ranked No. 10. The Under (55) ended up cashing, as FSU managed just 98 rushing yards on 31 attempts, and it held Georgia Tech to 146 yards through the air.

If there was a positive from the Ireland game, the Seminoles were whistled just once for a 10-yard penalty, and they were sacked only once, too.

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Boston College at Florida State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Boston College +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Florida State -820 (bet $820 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Boston College +16.5 (-110) | Florida State -16.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Boston College at Florida State picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida State 27, Boston College 20

Moneyline

Risking more than 8 times your potential return on Florida State (-820) is not a good idea. Let the Ireland game serve as a cautionary tale why it’s a bad idea to back a heavy favorite straight up.

PASS.

Against the spread

Backing BOSTON COLLEGE +16.5 (-110) is a good idea. This offense should be able to move the ball well, and its strength will be on the ground. The Eagles return 3 starters on the offensive line, so they might be able hang in this game offensively.

Florida State -16.5 (-110) was sluggish on the ground, but it was somewhat effective in the air and disciplined in terms of penalties.

While the Seminoles should be angry, they’re facing another tough conference team which will be excited about the opener. FSU should avoid an upset, but it could be closer than most think.

Over/Under

The UNDER 49.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

It wouldn’t be a surprise to see things go well for Under bettors early, with defense dominating before the offenses take over in the 2nd half. FSU could try to put an exclamation mark on things in the 4th quarter, too, as it looks to wash the bad taste of the Week 0 loss out of its collective mouths. A late score could potentially ruin things, so be careful.

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Florida State vs. Georgia Tech odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Florida State Seminoles battle the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic Saturday. Kickoff from Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Germany is scheduled for noon ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Florida State vs. Georgia Tech odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Florida State finished 13-1 last season, including 8-0 in the ACC. After beating Louisville to win the ACC Championship, the Seminoles ultimately lost to Georgia in the Orange Bowl. It came as a shock to many for the undefeated Seminoles to miss the College Football Playoff, even with QB Jordan Travis, who is now with the New York Jets, sidelined with an injury.

Georgia Tech finished 7-6 overall, including 5-3 in the ACC last season, good for 4th in the conference. The Yellow Jackets defense was problematic last season, giving up 31 or more points on 7 different occasions. It will need to set a new tone this season to stay competitive.

Florida State is No. 10 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Florida State vs. Georgia Tech odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Florida State -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Georgia Tech +340 (bet $100 to win $340)
Against the spread (ATS): Florida State -10.5 (-115) | Georgia Tech +10.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Florida State vs. Georgia Tech picks and predictions

Prediction

Flordia State 31, Georgia Tech 17

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on No. 10 Florida State to win Saturday.

Against the spread

BET FLORIDA STATE -10.5 (-115).

While Travis left for the NFL, the Seminoles will see senior QB DJ Uiagalelei captain the offense. With experience and talent behind center, expect Florida State to get up big and never look back. WR Malik Benson will create problems for the Georgia Tech defense, while the GT offense will not be able to keep up.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 55.5 (-110).

While Florida State is expected to produce a lot of points, the toll travel will take on both sides should not be underestimated. With the first game of the season, players are seeing their first action since last year, and while it could lead to more offense, it will also lead to more missed opportunities.

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Florida State at Wake Forest odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Florida State Seminoles at Wake Forest Demon Deacons odds and lines, with college football expert picks and predictions.

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The Florida State Seminoles (7-0, 5-0 ACC) and Wake Forest Demon Deacons (4-3, 1-3) clash in a Saturday noon ET (ABC) game at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium in Winston-Salem. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Florida State vs. Wake Forest odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Florida State is No. 4 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports. The Seminoles remained unbeaten with a 38-20 win over the then-No. 17 Duke Blue Devils last Saturday. The 5th-highest scoring team in FBS (41.6 points per game) now hits the road for the 1st time in over a month.

The Demon Deacons have had no such lofty scoring numbers of late, but last Saturday they snapped a 3-game losing streak with a 21-17 home win over the Pittsburgh Panthers. Wake Forest has averaged just 15.5 PPG over its last 4 games.

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Florida State at Wake Forest odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 7:08 a.m. ET.

Moneyline: Florida State -1400 (bet $1,400 to win $100) | Wake Forest +800 (bet $100 to win $800)
Against the spread (ATS): Florida State -20.5 (-110) | Wake Forest +20.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Florida State at Wake Forest picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida State 27, Wake Forest 13

Moneyline

Wake is the slight lean against the number, but its real win probability is not fairly rewarded here. PASS.

Against the spread

The Deacons have won 4 in a row ATS as a double-digit underdog, including being a +21 at Clemson earlier this month and losing that game 17-12. Wake has had a couple of recent ATS losses very much colored by turnover/short-field leakage.

FSU has converted 75% of its red-zone trips into TDs to lead the ACC. On defense, Wake Forest leads the ACC in that category, allowing foes in the red zone to score TDs just 36.8% of the time. How that strength-on-strength matchup plays out is a big factor here.

With a likable Under, this is a big number for Florida State to cover, even as it looks to avenge 3 straight losses to the Deacons.

The lean is on the home side, but its a small-to-moderate one. Consider a half-unit on WAKE FOREST +20.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The total has gone Under in 5 consecutive FSU-WFU games. The total has also gone Under in 4 of Florida State’s last 5 games on the road. And the Under has cashed in 5 straight Wake Forest games.

Look for Florida State to take an early lead and for a very strong Seminoles pass defense to stifle a Wake comeback effort through the air. FSU trends toward a slower pace, and it should control the pigskin and clock time in this one.

BACK THE UNDER 51.5 (-110).

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