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Campbell at Coastal Carolina odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Friday’s Campbell Fighting Camels at Coastal Carolina Chanticleers college football matchup, with college football betting odds, picks and best bets

The Campbell Fighting Camels (0-1) pay a visit to Brooks Stadium in Conway, S.C., to take on the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (1-0) on Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET. We analyze the Campbell-CCU college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Campbell at Coastal Carolina: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 3:45 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Coastal Carolina -5000 | Campbell +1350
  • Against the spread/ATS: Coastal Carolina -26.5 (-110) | Campbell +26.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 54 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Campbell at Coastal Carolina: Three things to know

1. Campbell nearly pulled out a win at Georgia Southern last Saturday. The Fighting Camels had a two-point try in the final seconds for shot at the win and just missed. Campbell out-gained Georgia Southern, 369-346. QB Hajj-Malik Williams went 17-for-27 for 237 passing yards, and he ran for another 73. The dangerous sophomore threw for two scores and rushed for one.

2. Coastal Carolina pulled out an impressive road win at Kansas last week. As 4-1/2-point underdogs, the Chanticleers outscored the Jayhawks 28-3 in the first half and then held on for a 38-23 triumph. QB Grayson McCall threw three TD passes and ran for two more while piling up 206 total yard (133 passing / 73 rushing).

3. The Chanticleers defeated the Fighting Camels 58-21 in the last meeting between these two programs (Sept. 12, 2018). In a 2019 home game against an FCS foe — Norfolk State — Coastal Carolina covered a 27-point spread by rolling up 521 total yards in a 46-7 victory.

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Campbell at Coastal Carolina: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

Coastal Carolina 42, Campbell 14

Money line (ML)

A one-sided game like this is always going to carry a lot of juice in the money line. Avoid the CAMPBELL +1350/COASTAL CAROLINA -5000 tag.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The Chanticleers’ game control was impressive in Week 1. Dating to last season, CCU has covered in five of its last seven games, and it’s the likable side in this one. Back COASTAL CAROLINA -26.5 in Friday’s battle, one that should be fun to watch with Fighting Camels and angry roosters.

Over/Under (O/U)

On a cool-ish evening after rains during the day, and a 25% chance of rain during the game, this one has “Under thoughts” crisscrossing with the “Over thoughts” based on some faith in both quarterbacks. A PASS on the O/U 54 is recommended.

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Houston Baptist Huskies at Texas Tech Red Raiders odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Houston Baptist at Texas Tech sports betting odds and lines, with college football betting picks, tips and best bets.

The Texas Tech Red Raiders (0-0) kick off their 2020 college football season against the Houston Baptist Huskies (0-1) Saturday at Jones AT&T Stadium in Lubbock, Texas. Kickoff is at 8 p.m. ET.  We analyze the Houston Baptist-Texas Tech college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Houston Baptist at Texas Tech: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: There was no moneyline posted at the time of publishing.
  • Against the Spread/ATS: Houston Baptist +41.5 (-110) | Texas Tech -41.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 79.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Houston Baptist at Texas Tech: Three things to know

1. Texas Tech had the 127th-ranked defense in 2019, allowing more than 300 passing yards per game.

2. Houston Baptist QB Bailey Zappe had 480 yards and three touchdown passes in the Huskies’ season opener against North Texas.

3. Houston Baptist gave up 721 yards of offense against North Texas in a 57-31 loss.

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Houston Baptist at Texas Tech: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

Texas Tech 55, Houston Baptist 28

Moneyline (ML)

There was no moneyline posted at the time of publishing. Due to the large spread, the moneyline wouldn’t be worth betting.

Against the Spread (ATS)

The Huskies are going to give up a ton of yards and points. Texas Tech will have no problem moving the ball, but the Raiders will get up early, the game will be over by the third quarter and then they will give up some points. The 41.5 points is just too much to give away.

Take HOUSTON BAPTIST +41.5 (-110).

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Over/Under (O/U)

Houston Baptist’s opener blew past the total and had a total of 88 points. With the Week 2 total at 79.5, expect another high-scoring game. Texas Tech’s defense will allow the Huskies to put some points up as well.

Take the OVER 79.5 (-110).

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Missouri State Bears at Oklahoma Sooners odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Missouri State Bears at Oklahoma Sooners sports betting odds and lines, with college football betting picks, tips and best bets.

The season opens for the Missouri State Bears and the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman for a 7 p.m. ET kickoff. We analyze the Missouri State at Oklahoma college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Missouri State at Oklahoma: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:20 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Not available as of this publishing; likely won’t be due to the big spread
  • Against the spread/ATS: Oklahoma -42.5 (-110) | Missouri State +42.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 66.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Missouri State at Oklahoma: Three things to know

  1. Despite being a redshirt freshman, Spencer Rattler has been named Oklahoma’s starting QB. Rattler was a 5-star recruit, has a huge arm and should get off to a hot start in this game.
  2. C Creed Humphrey, a two-year starter, passed on the NFL and returns for his redshirt junior season. With a strong season, he could get first-round consideration in the 2021 NFL Draft.
  3. Missouri State went just 1-10 last season, losing seven straight games to finish the year. Their only win of the season came against Western Illinois in overtime in early October.

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Oklahoma at Missouri State: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

Oklahoma 56, Missouri State 7

Moneyline (ML)

The moneyline wasn’t available when this post was written, but with the spread so high, neither side would offer enough value to bet on. Instead, take a look at the spread or the point total as each offers a much bigger payout with far less risk.

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Against the spread (ATS)

OKLAHOMA (-42.5) is a huge favorite and yet somehow, that doesn’t feel like enough points. While the Sooners will be ushering in a new starting quarterback several new weapons, look for Lincoln Riley’s team to score into the 50s in this contest.

Over/Under (O/U)

The point total for this matchup is set at 66.5 points and that feels about right considering how great Riley’s offenses have been over the last few seasons. However, it is worth noting that the under has hit in four of the last five games with the Sooners and the Bears likely won’t put up many points in this game. Take the UNDER, hoping that the Sooners don’t cover the point total by themselves.

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Western Kentucky at Louisville odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Louisville Cardinals sports betting odds and lines, with college football betting picks, tips and best bets.

The season opens for the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers and Louisville Cardinals Saturday at the Cardinal Stadium in Louisville, Ky., for an 8 p.m. ET kickoff. We analyze the Western Kentucky-Louisville college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Western Kentucky at Louisville: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 3:50 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Louisville -417 | Western Kentucky +325
  • Against the spread/ATS: Louisville -11.5 (-110) | Western Kentucky +11.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 58.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Western Kentucky at Louisville: Three things to know

  1. Precautions and protocols are in place at Cardinal Stadium for the Cardinals to allow 12,000 fans.
  2. The Hilltoppers posted nine victories last season, including wins at the Arkansas Razorbacks (45-19) and at the First Responder Bowl vs. the Western Michigan Broncos (23-20). WKU’s defense is nasty, and 16 of 22 offensive and defensive starters return.
  3. The Cardinals have to replace OT Mekhi Becton, who was picked No. 11 overall by the New York Jets in the 2020 NFL Draft. Even with first-round NFL talent, the Louisville line was terrible. That’s bad news against a good defense like Western Kentucky.

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Western Kentucky at Louisville: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

Louisville 29, Western Kentucky 24

Moneyline (ML)

Louisville (-417) will cost you more than four times your potential return, and that’s scary. The Cardinals have offensive line woes that must be corrected, and the Hilltoppers defense could really make the home team look bad. It wouldn’t be shocking to see WKU (+325) pull off an upset. AVOID.

Against the spread (ATS)

WESTERN KENTUCKY +11.5 (-110) is expected to contend for a division title in Conference USA, mainly because of its stingy defense. The Hilltoppers have several NFL Draft prospects looking to improve their stock this season. A win over an ACC club would certainly help. They might get not win outright, but they should give their in-state rivals a good scare.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 58.5 (-110) is easily the way to go. Western Kentucky allowed just 20.1 points per game in 2019, 21st in the nation, while struggling with 25.6 PPG on offense, good for 90th in the country. Louisville’s defense wasn’t very good in 2019, allowing 33.8 PPG, ranking 111th in the country, but Western’s offense likely won’t be able to take advantage.

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Duke at Notre Dame odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Duke Blue Devils at Notre Dame Fighting Irish sports betting odds and lines, with college football betting picks, tips and best bets.

The season opens for the Duke Blue Devils and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Saturday at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Ind., for a 2:30 p.m. ET kickoff. We analyze the Duke-Notre Dame college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

The Irish are ranked No. 10 in the Amway Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

Duke at Notre Dame: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 2:45 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Notre Dame -1112 | Duke +660
  • Against the spread/ATS: Notre Dame -20.5 (-110) | Duke +20.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 54.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Duke at Notre Dame: Three things to know

  1. The last time the Blue Devils paid a visit to South Bend, they came away with a thrilling 38-35 victory as 19 1/2-point underdogs on Sept. 24, 2016. Current New York Giants QB Daniel Jones threw for 290 yards and three touchdowns in the upset. Notre Dame returned the favor at Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham, N.C., last season, winning 38-7.
  2. Duke starting long snapper Ben Wyatt, LB Brandon Hill and RB Myles Hudzick are key players to opt out due to COVID-19 concerns. Reserve OT Jacob Rimmer also is sitting out.
  3. Former Clemson starter QB Chase Brice is likely to take the reins of the Duke offense for head coach David Cutcliffe. QB Ian Book is back for Notre Dame, starting in his graduate season.

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Duke at Notre Dame: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

Notre Dame 37, Duke 20

Moneyline (ML)

Picking Notre Dame (-1112) will require you to put up a little more than 11 times your potential return – a winning $10 bet will only profit $0.90. That’s a poor gambling strategy over the long term. AVOID.

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Against the spread (ATS)

DUKE +20.5 (-110) worked during the offseason to bolster its offensive line, and the addition of Brice as the signal caller will give the Blue Devils a functional offense. They aren’t likely to spring an upset over Notre Dame for a second straight time in South Bend, but they should be able to hang within three touchdowns.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 54.5 (-110) is a good play, as Duke’s defense allowed 29.2 points per game last season, and it isn’t expected to be a whole lot better on that side of the ball. This one won’t be a track meet, but the total should be in the high 50’s.

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Clemson at Wake Forest odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Clemson Tigers at Wake Forest Demon Deacons sports betting odds and lines, with college football betting picks, tips and best bets.

The season opens for the Clemson Tigers and the Wake Forest Demon Deacons Saturday at Truist Field in Winston-Salem, N.C., for a 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff. We analyze the Clemson-Wake Forest college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

The Tigers are ranked No. 1 in the Amway Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

Clemson at Wake Forest: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 1:50 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Clemson -10000 | Wake Forest +1600
  • Against the spread/ATS: Clemson -33.5 (-110) | Wake Forest +33.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 59.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Clemson at Wake Forest: Three things to know

  1. Wake Forest WR Sage Surratt elected to opt out for the 2020 season to prepare for the NFL Draft. His production will be missed, as he posted 66 receptions for 1,001 yards and 11 touchdowns in 2019.
  2. Clemson DE Xavier Thomas is expected to return at some point, but he will miss the opener as he recovers from COVID-19.
  3. The Tigers have posted a 10-1 ATS mark in their past 11 games as a road favorite, while going 11-2 ATS in their previous 13 overall. Meanwhile, Wake Forest is just 2-6 ATS in its past eight as a home underdog.

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Clemson at Wake Forest: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

Clemson 45, Wake Forest 17

Moneyline (ML)

Clemson (-10000) is an overwhelming favorite, but even if you tossed the Tigers into a 10-game parlay, it’s not worth it. Straight up, a $10 bet on Clemson would net a profit of a $0.10. Yeah, AVOID.

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Against the spread (ATS)

WAKE FOREST +33.5 (-110) should be able to do enough to hang on for the cover on its home field despite the fact it will be without its biggest offensive weapon in Surratt. It might require a late score for the Deacs to cover in the second half, but they’ll keep it within five touchdowns.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 59.5 (-110) is worth a look, as Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence will come out looking to make a statement in his first game. The Heisman Trophy favorite is risking a lot playing during this strange season, so look for him to make it worth his while. The Tigers are going to roll up plenty of points in the first three quarters before they call off the dogs.

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Syracuse at North Carolina odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Syracuse Orange at North Carolina Tar Heels sports betting odds and lines, with college football betting picks, tips and best bets.

The season opens for the Syracuse Orange and the North Carolina Tar Heels at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, N.C., with a noon ET kickoff Saturday. We analyze the Syracuse-North Carolina college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

The Tar Heels are ranked 19th in the Amway Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

Syracuse at North Carolina: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 1:15 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: North Carolina -1250 | Syracuse +750
  • Against the spread/ATS: North Carolina -23.5 (-110) | Syracuse +23.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 65.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Syracuse at North Carolina: Three things to know

  1. Syracuse saw RBs Abdul Adams and Jarveon Howard each opt out due to COVID-19, so the running back chores likely fall to RBs Jawhar Jordan and Markenzy Pierre. Jordan and Pierre combined for just 20 attempts, 111 rushing yards and one score in 2019.
  2. Four UNC players – S D.J. Ford, OT Triston Miller, DB Javon Terry and CB Bryce Watts each elected to opt out for the 2020 season. Ford, Terry and Watts were important pieces to the secondary.
  3. UNC ranked 14th in the country in total yards last season, posting 469.0 per game, while racking up 285.0 passing yards per game to check in 25th. It was 79th against the pass, allowing 232.6 yards per game, and losing three secondary members. who opted out, won’t help matters much.

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Syracuse at North Carolina: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

North Carolina 40, Syracuse 24

Moneyline (ML)

North Carolina (-1250) is an overwhelming favorite. If you’ve read my past columns, you know I won’t bet a moneyline higher than -180. This line is just crazy. AVOID, as a $10 bet on UNC to win would return just $0.80.

Against the Spread (ATS)

SYRACUSE +23.5 (-110) will likely lean upon QB Tommy DeVito early and often, especially its top two running backs on the shelf. UNC had problems stopping the pass last season, and it doesn’t have a ton of depth at the position this season due to several opt outs. The Heels still win, but the Orange keep it close.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 65.5 (-110) is the way to go here, as both offenses should be a little sluggish out of the gate in their initial outings of the season. The scoring will pick up as we go along, as Syracuse was horrific defensively last season. It allowed 464.1 total yards per game to rank 115th in the nation, while allowing 262.5 yards through the air to finish 110th. It also allowed 201.6 yards per game on the ground to finish 107th. The Under will hang on, but not without adding some knots in your stomach.

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Louisiana at Iowa State odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns at Iowa State Cyclones sports betting odds and lines, with college football betting picks, tips and best bets.

The season opens for the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns and the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, with a Saturday noon ET kickoff. We analyze the Louisiana-Iowa State college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Louisiana at Iowa State: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 12:22 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: Iowa State -400 | Louisiana +315
  • Against the spread/ATS: Iowa State -11.5 (-110) | Louisiana +11.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 56 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Louisiana at Iowa State: Three things to know

  1. Iowa State returns one of the more decorated quarterbacks in the Big 12, as Brock Purdy threw for 3,982 yards, 27 touchdowns and nine interceptions while completing 65.7 percent of his pass attempts in 2019, and he ran for 249 yards and eight more scores.
  2. The Ragin’ Cajuns rolled up 501.3 total yards per game, ranking eighth in the nation, and they were seventh overall with 265.3 yards per game on the ground. QB Levi Lewis threw for 3,050 yards, 26 touchdowns and just four interceptions, so they are anything but one dimensional.
  3. Louisiana’s two-headed rushing attack of RB Elijah Mitchell (1,147 yards, 16 touchdowns in 2019) and RB Trey Ragas (820 yards, 11 touchdowns in 2019) will also be a handful for an ISU rush defense which ranked 33rd in the land last season.

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Louisiana at Iowa State: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

Iowa State 44, Louisiana 34

Moneyline (ML)

Iowa State (-400) is playing with fire in their opener, scheduling a very dangerous Louisiana (+315) team from the Sun Belt Conference. The Cajuns won 10 games last season, including their bowl game, and they boast a high-octane offense with all of their key members returning. It’s not inconceivable that Louisiana can go to Jack Trice and win outright, so AVOID potentially risking and losing four times your return.

Against the Spread (ATS)

LOUISIANA (+11.5, -110) catching double digits in this one is a very nice surprise. This is one of the highest-octane offenses that the Cyclones might face all season. They Cajuns are balanced, too. So, if they do fall behind early, they can ride the arm of Lewis. If they get ahead, their two-headed rushing attack can be dangerous. Iowa State has one of the top quarterbacks in the nation, so this will be fun.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER 56 (-110) is a slam-dunk play here. Iowa State scored 34.1 points per game in 2019, and allowed 25.3. Louisiana rolled up 38.8 PPG to rank 11th in the country. The scoreboard operator in Ames better be ready, because both of these potent offenses will be able to score plenty.

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BYU at Navy odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Monday’s BYU at Navy sports betting odds and lines, with college football betting picks, tips and best bets.

The 2020 college football season opens for BYU and Navy at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Md. with an 8 p.m. ET Monday kickoff. We analyze the BYU-Navy college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

BYU at Navy: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:50 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: BYU -121 | Navy +100
  • Against the Spread/ATS: BYU -1 (-110) | Navy +1 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

BYU at Navy: Three things to know

  1. BYU and Navy are meetings on the gridiron for the first time since 1989.
  2. Cougars RB Sione Finau continues to work his way back from a season-ending knee injury last November, but they have plenty of horses in the backfield with Lopini Katoa, Jackson McChesney and Tyler Allgeier all jockeying for touches. The Midshipmen, meanwhile, led the nation with 360.5 rushing yards per game in 2019.
  3. BYU turned the ball over just nine times in 2019, while Navy turned it over just 13 times.

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BYU at Navy: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

BYU 26, Navy 20

Moneyline (ML)

BYU (-121) found ways to win difficult games last season, and traveling cross-country in a pandemic to face the triple-option of Navy (+100) on opening night certainly checks off the box for difficult. The Cougs have experienced gunslinger QB Zach Wilson to run the offense.

The Middies will be breaking in a new quarterback for their system, with QB Malcolm Perry now plying his trade as a wide receiver with the Miami Dolphins. The experience and depth of the Cougars will help them to a nice road victory to open the new season in a showcase game.

Against the Spread (ATS)

BYU (-1, -110) is a better play, barring a one-point victory, as you have to spend less on juice for basically the same bet as the moneyline.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 48.5 (-110) is a sharp play, as Navy runs the ball (and the clock) on every play. Yes, they lit up the scoreboard last season, but Perry is gone and they’ll be trying to break in a new signal-caller in senior Dalen Morris.

Navy won’t have near the same kind of fluidity, especially against a turgid Cougars defense. This won’t be confused with a defensive slog, but it won’t be a high-flying game, either.

Additionally, the first four FBS vs. FBS games this weekend all hit the Under.

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Stephen F. Austin at UTEP odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturday’s Stephen F. Austin at UTEP sports betting odds and lines, with college football betting picks, tips and best bets.

The 2020 college football season opens for Stephen F. Austin and UTEP at the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Tex. with a Saturday evening kickoff at 9 p.m. ET. We analyze the Stephen F. Austin-UTEP college football betting odds and lines, with picks and best bets.

Stephen F. Austin at UTEP: Betting odds and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:25 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline: UTEP -286 | Stephen F. Austin +225
  • Against the Spread/ATS: UTEP -7.5 (-110) | Stephen F. Austin +7.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under: 54.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Stephen F. Austin at UTEP: Three things to know

  1. UTEP barely scraped by an FCS team in its opener last season, holding off Houston Baptist by a 36-34 score. It was the Miners’ only victory of the season, as they finished 1-11 straight up while going 3-9 ATS. The Miners are also a dismal 2-34 SU across the past three seasons.
  2. Stephen F. Austin didn’t fare much better at the FCS level last season, winning just three of 12 contests. It was a rough offseason, too, as NCAA violations forced the Lumberjacks to have to vacate their 29 wins dating back to 2013.
  3. This is the first-ever meeting between these two Texas schools on the gridiron.

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Stephen F. Austin at UTEP: Odds, betting lines and picks

Prediction

UTEP 27, Stephen F. Austin 24

Moneyline (ML)

There is no possible way you can back UTEP (-286), risking nearly three times your potential return. Again, they have won just two games in the past three seasons. Even if they were playing a Division III team, the advice would be the same. If anything, taking Stephen F. Austin (+225) as a value play would be better.

The best play is to AVOID.

Against the Spread (ATS)

STEPHEN F. AUSTIN (+7.5, -110) has NFL-caliber talent in the secondary, and that’s going to help the Lumberjacks hang in this game. Oklahoma State transfer Kris McCune comes over to boost them at safety, and cornerback Willie Roberts is a legit NFL prospect and All-Conference talent.

In fact, they’d both easily start for the Miners. SFA might not be able to pull off the straight-up win, but it will cover the number, and it’s especially attractive at seven and a hook as opposed to a flat seven.

Over/Under (O/U)

The lean is to the UNDER 52.5 (-110), but confidence is not high considering UTEP allowed an unseemly 35.9 points per game in 2019. A small-unit wager is fine, based upon a slow start for both offenses after limited spring and summer practices.

Plus, the strength of UTEP is its run game, and ragging the clock is always a friend of the Under bettor.

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