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SMU at Stanford odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 23 SMU Mustangs (5-1, 2-0 ACC) and the Stanford Cardinal (2-4, 1-2) meet Saturday at Stanford Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the SMU vs. Stanford odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

SMU pulled off a big road win against Louisville, 34-27, overcoming a 6.5-point underdog status and hitting the over on the 55-point total. Despite blowing a double-digit lead, the Mustangs held on thanks to QB Kevin Jennings, who posted career highs with 281 passing yards, 113 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown. Safety Isaiah Nwokobia sealed the victory with a clutch end-zone interception in the final minutes.

Stanford endured its 3rd consecutive loss, falling 49-7 to No. 11 Notre Dame. Two of these defeats have come against ranked teams, underscoring the challenge of their recent schedule. The Cardinal’s offense struggled again, producing only 137 total yards and just 28 points over their last 3 games combined. Notre Dame’s defense stifled Stanford, racking up 8 tackles for loss, 4 sacks and a fumble recovery, effectively shutting down any chance for a Cardinal comeback.

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SMU vs. Stanford odds

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Moneyline (ML): SMU -750 (bet $750 to win $100) | Stanford +525 (bet $100 to win $525)
Against the spread (ATS): SMU -16.5 (-115) | Stanford +16.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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SMU vs. Stanford picks and predictions

Prediction

SMU 37, Stanford 13

Moneyline

PASS.

Hard not to love SMU (-750) in this matchup but not at those odds. I’ll take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET SMU -16.5 (-115).

The Mustangs have proven they can handle business on the road, with 7 straight away wins, and their offense is finding its rhythm, covering the spread in their last 3 games. Stanford, on the other hand, has struggled mightily. They’re 4-9 ATS as a double-digit underdog in their last 13 games, losing the 2 games this season in that role by an average of 34 points. Against AP-ranked teams, the Cardinal have dropped 15 straight games as underdogs, failing to cover in 14 of those. Meanwhile, SMU has been dominant within the conference, winning 15 of their last 16 such games and covering in each of their last 4 October matchups against non-AP-ranked teams. Stanford has also lost the first half in 7 of their last 8 home games against conference opponents.

Given SMU’s form and Stanford’s struggles, laying the points with the Mustangs seems the right call.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 53.5 (-110).

SMU’s offense is on a roll, with Jennings leading a balanced attack, boasting 1,014 passing yards, 6 touchdowns and just 1 interception. RB Brashard Smith adds another dimension with 561 rushing yards and 7 scores, while WR RJ Maryland has been a reliable target with 304 yards and 3 touchdowns. This potent offense has helped SMU go over the total in 4 of their last 5 games, averaging over 40 points per game in their last three outings.

Stanford’s defense has struggled mightily, allowing an average of 34.7 points per game, including 49 points to Notre Dame last week. Their vulnerable secondary could face more trouble against a red-hot SMU passing game. While 5 of Stanford’s last 6 conference games have gone under, their defensive issues make them susceptible to a high-scoring affair here. Expect both teams to push the total over.

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Stanford at Notre Dame odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Stanford Cardinal (2-3, 1-2 ACC) take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (4-1) at Notre Dame Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET (NBC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Stanford vs. Notre Dame odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Stanford has walked the gauntlet with a 40-14 loss to the Clemson Tigers and last week’s 31-7 loss to the Virginia Tech Hokies. Now they’re facing another tough team in the Irish. The Cardinal failed to cover as 9-point and 24-point dogs over the last 2 weeks. QB Justin Lamson was 13-for-24 for 103 yards, 0 TDs and 1 INT and rushed 19 times for 36 yards last week. The Cardinal received good news that starting QB Ashton Daniels will return from injury to start this game.

Notre Dame, No. 12 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, narrowly covered as 6.5-point faves with a 31-24 victory over Louisville last week. They’ve been really good when not favored by 20 or more as they’re 3-0 ATS in shorter situations and 0-2 in 20+ situations. QB Riley Leonard did it all, going 17-for-23 through the air for 163 yards, 2 TDs and 0 INTs and rushing 13 times for 52 yards and 1 TD – all of which led the team last week.

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Stanford at Notre Dame 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 Friday at 5:28 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Stanford +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | Notre Dame -2500 (bet $2,500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Stanford +23.5 (-110) | Notre Dame -23.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Stanford at Notre Dame picks and predictions

Prediction

Notre Dame 31, Stanford 21

Moneyline

I think Notre Dame will roll, but Stanford took down a formidable Syracuse team on the road as 9-point dogs. With Daniels back under center, the offense will have more stability to keep 8 out of the box on the running game.

So PASS here and peep the spread.

Against the spread

As mentioned, I like Notre Dame to win, but I’m just as confident in STANFORD +23.5 (-110). It’s expected to be cloudy with a slight chance of rain, which would give me even more confidence in Stanford’s ability to hang within 4 scores. Notre Dame is 0-2 ATS when favored by double-digits this year.

Over/Under

Stanford is just 1-4 O/U this year, and Notre Dame is 2-3. The Irish just has not exhibited that extra gear on offense this year. This total is too low, though. The Irish had an even 45 last week and cashed it. The OVER 45.5 (-110) hits in this one.

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Stanford at Syracuse odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Stanford at Syracuse odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Stanford Cardinal (1-1, 0-0 ACC) travel to meet the Syracuse Orange (2-0, 1-0) Friday at JMA Wireless Dome. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Stanford vs. Syracuse odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Cardinal play their first conference game inside the ACC after moving over from the Pac-12.

Stanford put up a fight in a 34-27 loss to TCU on The Farm in Week 1, although it hung on for a cover as 7.5-point underdogs as the Over (59) cashed. Star WR Elic Ayomanor opened with 7 catches for 102 yards on 12 targets against the Horned Frogs.

And, 2 weeks ago, Stanford won 41-7 against FCS Cal Poly, missing the cover as 34.5-point favorites at most shops, while the Under (62) connected. The team had off last week.

Syracuse picked up a 38-22 win over Ohio in Week 1, just missing a cover as 17-point favorites as the Over (44.5) connected. And, 2 weeks ago, the Orange posted a 31-28 win over Georgia Tech as a 3-point underdog to win their conference opener as the Under (60.5) hit.

Orange QB Kyle McCord has completed 69.4% of his pass attempts for 735 yards, 8 TD (4 TD in each game) and 1 INT.

This is the 1st-ever meeting on the gridiron between these institutions.

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Stanford at Syracuse odds

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Moneyline (ML): Stanford +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Syracuse -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Stanford +8.5 (-105) | Syracuse -8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 57.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Stanford at Syracuse picks and predictions

Prediction

Syracuse 34, Stanford 24

Moneyline

Syracuse (-350) will set you back 3 1/2 times your potential return, if you were to play it straight up. That’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward, even in a difficult matchup for Stanford (+260) going cross-country.

The Orange have won both games at home so far, as McCord is off to a hot start. The Cardinal allowed 353 passing yards to TCU in their 1st game against an FBS opponent, and that’s a problem against Syracuse’s rejuvenated passing attack.

PASS.

Against the spread

Play SYRACUSE -8.5 (-115) lightly at home. McCord has been sharp in his 1st 2 starts for the Orange, but it’s still a small sample size.

However, Stanford +8.5 (-105) was mostly helpless at home against the TCU pass attack, and the lack of solid defense is likely what will be the undoing of the Cardinal in their 1st ACC conference battle.

Over/Under

OVER 57.5 (-110) is worth playing, but go very, very lightly.

Stanford cashed low last time out, and Syracuse did the same in its 1st conference tilt of the season against Georgia Tech. However, both of these teams are coming off of byes, having 13 full days to rest and rejuvenate heading into the conference schedule.

This likely won’t be a shootout, but it certainly won’t be a defensive slog. Go high, but there isn’t a ton of conviction.

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TCU at Stanford odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s TCU at Stanford odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The TCU Horned Frogs and Stanford Cardinal open their 2024 NCAA football seasons at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto, Calif., Friday. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the TCU vs. Stanford odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Horned Frogs managed just 5 victories last season, missing out on a bowl game after making the College Football Playoff in 2022-23. Speaking of bowls, that’s the last time these schools met each other on the gridiron. On Dec. 28, 2017, TCU edged Stanford 39-37 in the Valero Alamo Bowl. The Frogs lead the all-time series 3-0, but 2 of those victories are by 2 points each.

TCU QB Josh Hoover made strides down the start last season, and he figures to take a big step forward. The Horned Frogs pass attack figures to be much better with WRs Eric McAlister, JP Richardson and Savion Williams at his disposal.

The Cardinal picked up 3 wins last season, and each of those victories came on the road at Hawaii, Colorado and Washington State. Stanford was 0-7 on “The Farm”, though. The Cardinal allowed 42 or more points in 7 games in 2023, too.

Stanford QB Ashton Daniels is back, but we could see a 2-QB setup with true freshman QB Elijah Brown also in the mix for coach Troy Taylor. Whoever is throwing the ball will have WR Elic Ayomanor downfield.

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TCU at Stanford odds

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Moneyline (ML): TCU -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Stanford +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
Against the spread (ATS): TCU -9.5 (-110) | Stanford +9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 59.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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TCU at Stanford picks and predictions

Prediction

TCU 31, Stanford 23

Moneyline

TCU (-350) will cost you 3½ times your potential return, and that’s way too expensive for a standalone bet. There is never a reason to bet such a heavy favorite, but especially so for a team on the road in an opener. We just don’t have enough information at this juncture.

AVOID.

Against the spread

Play STANFORD +9.5 (-110) at home, but be careful. As mentioned, the Cardinal were 0-7 SU last season at home while covering just 2 times.

TCU -9.5 (-110) should be able to get the job done straight up, but the Cardinal are at home, and they have enough offensive weapons, including the 1,000-yard receiver Ayomanor, to stick around and keep this within 1 score.

Over/Under

The UNDER 59.5 (-110) is worth a look in the opener.

Last season, Stanford went low in 5 of its 7 games at home. And, on the road, TCU ended up cashing low 3 times in 5 contests.

Go low, but be careful and play a half-unit wager at the highest.

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Stanford at Colorado odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Stanford at Colorado odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Stanford Cardinal (12-16, 7-11 Pac-12) visit the Colorado Buffaloes (19-9, 10-7) Sunday night in Boulder. Tip-off at the CU Events Center is 9 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook ‘s lines around the Stanford vs. Colorado odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Stanford was drilled by 90-68 by the Utah Utes on Thursday, as the Cardinal lost its 5th straight game. Stanford, an 8 1/2-point underdog, was outscored 50-20 on free throws and 3-pointers. The Cardinal have yielded 82.0 points per game (PPG) over its 5-game skid.

The Buffaloes failed to cover a 14-point spread, but they still managed their 3rd straight win when they defeated Cal 88-78 on Wednesday. Colorado ranks third in the Pac-12 in scoring (80.9 PPG) and has scored 177 points in its last 2 games, both home-court victories.

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Stanford at Colorado odds

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Moneyline: Stanford +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Colorado -800 (bet $800 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Stanford +13.5 (-110) | Colorado -13.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 156.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Stanford at Colorado picks and predictions

Prediction

Colorado 81, Stanford 72

Moneyline

A Stanford lean is best leveraged for value against the number. PASS.

Against the spread

Colordo is just 5-11 ATS across 16 league games. CU home games against USC (Jan. 13), Arizona State (Feb. 8) and Cal (Feb. 28) are solid comps for this one, and the Buffs went 0-3 ATS in those contests.

Stanford and Colorado rank 11th and 12th in the Pac-12 in turnovers, and neither is adept at forcing miscues at the defensive end. Advantage Cardinal there, as it may not be dealing with the possession deficit it often does in playing an up-tempo style. CU is the better team, but more likely by about an 8-11-point magnitude.

TAKE STANFORD +13.5 (-110).

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Over/Under

Ten Stanford road games have produced a 7-3 record for the Under.

Both teams play at an above-average pace, but the solid defensive rebounding and free-throw avoidance figure to counter the points coming from Stanford’s distance game and Colorado’s near-proximity looks. Plus, SU has shot just 28.8% on 3s over its last 3 games.

Both teams are dealing with some injuries, and the UNDER 156.5 (-105) has decent value.

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Washington at Stanford odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Washington Huskies (7-0, 4-0 Pac-12) and Stanford Cardinal (2-5, 1-4) meet Saturday at Stanford Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Washington vs. Stanford odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Huskies had a close shave last week at home against Arizona State, eventually grinding out a 15-7 win to keep their record unblemished. QB Michael Penix Jr. might have fumbled the lead for the Heisman Trophy away, throwing for 275 yards with no TDs and 2 INTs. Huskies CB Mishael Powell bailed out Washington with an 89-yard pick-6 midway through the 4th quarter to give UW the lead.

The Cardinal were unable to carry over momentum from their miraculous comeback at Colorado 2 weeks ago. Stanford returned to action last Saturday vs. UCLA and was subsequently buried 42-7 as a 17-point underdog on “The Farm” as the Under (52) cashed. The total has gone low in 5 of the past 6 games for Stanford.

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Washington at Stanford odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:53 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Washington -5000 (bet $5,000 to win $100) | Stanford +1400 (bet $100 to win $1,400)
Against the spread (ATS): Washington -27.5 (-110) | Stanford +27.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 61.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Washington at Stanford picks and predictions

Prediction

Washington 52, Stanford 10

Moneyline

Washington (-5000) will cost you 50 times your potential return, which means a mere $2 of profit for every $100 risked. No one needs $2 that badly, not even the kid from the movie Better Off Dead.

AVOID, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

WASHINGTON -27.5 (-110) looks to bounce back after struggling against the Arizona State defense last weekend. It should find a lot less resistance from Stanford +27.5 (-110).

The Cardinal defense is horrific, allowing 465.9 total yards per game, 315.9 passing YPG and 36.9 points per game, ranking 129th in the nation in each of the categories. Washington is going to pile up the points in the Bay Area.

Over/Under

OVER 61.5 (-110) is worth a look, and Washington should do most of the heavy lifting to get this one across the finish line.

The Dawgs had an ugly performance against Sparky last week, but you can expect Penix and this offense to pick apart an absolutely horrendous Cardinal defense. While the Under is 5-1 in the past 6 for Stanford, the D has allowed 42 or more points in 3 straight outings. Even with minimal contribution from the Cardinal, this one should get Over the hump.

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UCLA at Stanford odds, picks and predictions

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

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The UCLA Bruins (4-2, 1-2 Pac-12) and Stanford Cardinal (2-4, 1-3) meet Saturday at Stanford Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the UCLA vs. Stanford odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Bruins are away for the 3rd time in 4 games, and the road hasn’t been kind to UCLA. After winning 35-10 at San Diego State back on Sept. 9 in a non-conference game, the Bruins lost 17-14 at Utah on Sept. 23, and 36-24 at Oregon State last time out last Saturday. It’s also 0-2 against the spread (ATS) in road conference game this season.

The Cardinal pulled off the improbable comeback last Friday at Colorado. It trailed 29-0 at halftime, shutting off many TVs across the country. However, for those who stuck around, they saw Stanford post a 46-43 comeback victory in 2OT. While Stanford still has a lot of work to do, it saved its season, for now.

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UCLA at Stanford odds

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Moneyline (ML): UCLA -900 (bet $900 to win $100) | Stanford +600 (bet $100 to win $600)
Against the spread (ATS): UCLA -17 (-110) | Stanford +17 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 53.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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UCLA at Stanford picks and predictions

Prediction

UCLA 41, Stanford 21

Moneyline

UCLA (-900) will cost you 9 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk on the road, especially against a Stanford (+600) side which just received a big dose of confidence with its giant comeback in Boulder last week.

AVOID.

Against the spread

UCLA -17 (-110) will get the job done on the road. While Stanford +17 (-110) picked up the win at Colorado last week, that’s against a super poor defense. UCLA allows just 281.0 total yards per game to rank No. 11 in the nation, while conceding just 76.0 rushing yards per game. And the Bruins allow 16.2 PPG, so it should be back to struggles on offense for the Cardinal.

The Cardinal defense is horrendous, and UCLA should be able to move the ball at will, grabbing the cover in the process.

Over/Under

OVER 53.5 (-115) is the play in this Pac-12 contest.

The Bruins are racking up 214.8 rushing yards per game, ranking 10th in the nation, while producing 29.5 PPG. That should continue against an awful Cardinal defense yielding 459.7 total yards per game, 321.5 passing YPG and 36.0 PPG, all among the worst marks in the nation.

Stanford will fail to score very many points, but it will allow UCLA to produce oodles of points.

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Stanford at Colorado odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Stanford at Colorado odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Stanford Cardinal (1-4, 0-3 Pac-12) face the Colorado Buffaloes (4-2, 1-2) Friday with kickoff from Folsom Field in Boulder set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stanford vs. Colorado odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Stanford had a bye last week. It has lost its last 4 straight games after starting the season with a win. The Cardinal have yet to find a consistent QB option between Ashton Daniels and Justin Lamson. The only constant for Stanford this season has been TE Benjamin Yurosek, who has 15 receptions for 227 yards and 1 TD.

Colorado picked up a 27-24 win vs. the Arizona State Sun Devils Saturday, covering as a 3-point favorite. QB Shedeur Sanders and this Buffalo offense struggled for a majority of the night. Sanders completed 26 of 42 passes for 239 yards and 1 TD. The Buffaloes rushed for only 56 yards on 30 carries, averaging 1.9 yards per carry.

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Stanford at Colorado odds

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Moneyline (ML): Stanford +340 (bet $100 to win $340) | Colorado -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Stanford +11.5 (-110) | Colorado -11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 60.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Stanford at Colorado picks and predictions

Prediction

Colorado 32, Stanford 13

Moneyline

PASS.

The Buffaloes should pick up the win, but a -450 favorite is never worth the risk of betting on. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET COLORADO -11.5 (-110).

Colorado is the better team here and Sanders should be able to torch a Cardinal defense that allows 305.8 passing yards per game. Colorado’s defense is just as bad as Stanford’s, but I don’t believe Stanford has the talent at the skill positions to exploit that weakness in the way Colorado does. Look for whichever QB starts for Stanford to turn the ball over to help the Buffaloes cover as 11.5-point favorites at home.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 60.5 (-110).

While both Stanford and Colorado have struggled on the defensive side of the ball, the Under is still safer here. Stanford has no type of offensive consistency as there is still no obvious QB1 for the Cardinal. Stanford should be able to run the ball as Colorado has struggled in the trenches throughout the year, but I don’t expect Stanford to generate enough offense to propel this game to hit the Over number.

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Oregon at Stanford odds, picks and predictions

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

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The No. 9 Oregon Ducks (4-0, 1-0 Pac-12) go up against the Stanford Cardinal (1-3, 0-2) in Week 5 of the college football season on Saturday at Stanford Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET (Pac-12 Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Oregon vs. Stanford odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Ducks covered as 21.5-point home favorites in their 42-6 win over Colorado in Week 4 while the Under of 70.5 was achieved. QB Bo Nix has been lights out for Oregon thus far, throwing for 1,169 yards, 11 TDs, and 1 INT. Oregon enters Saturday’s Pac-12 showdown as the No. 9 ranked team in the US LBM Coaches Poll.

The Cardinal lost 21-20 to Arizona in Week 4 despite covering as 13-point home underdogs. The Under of 60.5 also hit as Stanford has lost 3 straight games after defeating Hawaii in Week 1.

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Oregon at Stanford odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 8:38 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Oregon -10000 (bet $10,000 to win $100) | Stanford +1600 (bet $100 to win $1,600)
Against the spread (ATS): Oregon -27.5 (-110) | Stanford +27.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 61.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Oregon at Stanford picks and predictions

Prediction

Oregon 45, Stanford 10

Moneyline

The Ducks should easily win on Saturday, but taking them straight up at -10000 odds isn’t worth the risk. Taking that into account, just AVOID the moneyline entirely.

Against the spread

BET OREGON -27.5 (-110).

Some would argue that this is a letdown spot for Oregon after all of the attention surrounding its lopsided win over Colorado last week. But the Ducks have looked like one of the most well-rounded teams in the nation so far, while the Cardinal are poised for another losing season in 2023.

Oregon is also 4-0 ATS this season despite being favored by 21.5 points or more in 3 of their games.

Over/Under

UNDER 61.5 (-115) is the play in this game as it’s tough to predict Stanford contributing a decent amount of points against Oregon’s defense. The Ducks are giving up only 13.2 points per game (16th-fewest in the nation) and just held the Buffaloes to 6 points in Week 4.

Both Oregon and Stanford are also 1-3 to the Over this season.

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Stanford at USC odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Stanford Cardinal (1-0) take a trip to Los Angeles to visit the USC Trojans (2-0) Saturday. Kickoff from Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stanford vs. USC odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Stanford beat the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors 37-24 in Week 1 as QB Ashton Daniels completed 25 of 36 passes (69%) for 248 yards and 2 TDs. Stanford’s run game was solid as well, rushing for 158 yards and 2 TDs, averaging 4.6 yards per carry. What put Stanford over the top was its special teams play as K Joshua Karty was 3/3 on field goals and 4/4 on extra points.

The USC Trojans rolled to a 66-14 win over the Nevada Wolf Pack last week as QB Caleb Williams showed why is the favorite to repeat as the Heisman Trophy winner. Williams completed 75% of his passes (18 of 24) for 319 yards and 5 TDs. His leading receiver was Tahj Washington, who caught 3 passses for 75 yards and 2 TDs. The Trojans had 4 receivers with 50-plus receiving yards and 5 receivers caught a TD pass.

USC is No. 6 in the USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll.

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Stanford at USC odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 1:03 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Stanford +2000 (bet $100 to win $2000) | USC -10000 (bet $10000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Stanford +29.5 (-115) | USC -29.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 69.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Stanford at USC picks and predictions

Prediction

USC 49, Stanford 28

Moneyline

PASS.

The Trojans should win here but they are far too heavy of a favorite to bet on at (-10000). Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET STANFORD +29.5 (-110).

I am a fan of Williams and this USC offense, but their defense is still a concern. The Trojans should win this game pretty comfortably, but I am not sure they will win by 30 points. The Trojans have not dominated Stanford recently, only being 2-2 in the last 4 meetings since 2018. USC showed last season that their defense was a huge liability, and I expect that to begin to show yet again in this matchup.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 69.5 (-115).

Defense is not a staple in college football, especially not in the PAC-12, and that will show in this game. Stanford has already shown that their defense is lackluster as they allowed Hawaii to score 24 points, so they have no chance of containing Williams and this explosive USC offense. I expect Williams to further his Heisman campaign and throw for at least 5 TDs.

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