College Football Picks & NCAAF Best Bets 2024
![Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins runs against Western Michigan. The Buckeyes lead the Big Ten Championship odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/77699ed0-77ff-46f4-8de1-760bca7ca394.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=200&w=356&fit=crop&crop=faces,top,left)
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Big Ten Championship Odds 2024: Ohio State Remains Favorite as Oregon, Penn State Struggle
A look at the latest odds for the 2024 Big Ten Championship game, with Ohio State and Oregon the favorites despite Michigan coming off three straight conference titles.
by Rob Paul
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College Football Expert Picks
![Iowa State Cyclones wide receiver Jaylin Noel reacts with fans after the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/f7495d3a-eb44-4582-9aa6-f0061a3cb6e5.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football Predictions, Best Bets & Odds Week 4
We're diving into the full college football slate in Week 4 to deliver our top predictions and best bets based on the odds at our best sports betting sites.
by Mike Spector
![Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) runs as we offer our Week 4 college football player prop bets.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/8fc23b73-d886-49ee-a225-c49919fee610.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football Player Props & Odds Week 4: Best Prop Bets
We have our eyes on a trio of quarterback rushing props in our Week 4 college football player props.
by Shane Jackson
College Football Features
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How the World Has Changed Since Nick Saban Wasn't the Head Coach at Alabama
It's been nearly two decades since Alabama entered the college football season without Nick Saban on the sidelines. How has the world changed since then?
by C Jackson Cowart
![Ohio State cornerbacks Jordan Hancock and Denzel Burke celebrate an interception against Minnesota. Ohio State leads our college football predictions & best bets for the 2024-25 season.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/92f0f0a3-2e89-4671-975e-86c60261fdf2.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football Predictions & Best Bets for the 2024-25 Season: Our 16 Favorite Wagers
From the national champion to the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Rob Paul breaks down his best bets for the upcoming college football season.
by Rob Paul
![Alabama running back Jam Miller runs against Georgia defensive back Kamari Lassiter (3) in the SEC Championship. Georgia vs. Alabama is among the most important games for new College Football Playoff bracket.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/228e88f4-6f82-435a-87dd-b47b0f1331e3.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football Playoff's Most Important Weeks & Matchups of 2024 Season
With the College Football Playoff expanding to 12 teams, there are several weeks and matchups throughout the season that will carry plenty of importance.
by Rob Paul
![Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson runs the ball against NC State in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. Johnson leads our Heisman Trophy Dark Horse Candidates.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/08b0264a-4fc5-496d-9706-5139a537c768.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
Heisman Trophy Dark-Horse Candidates: Who are the Best Sleeper Bets for 2024?
The Heisman Trophy is the most prestigious individual award in sports, and recent history says dark horses always have a shot to win. So who are this year's best sleeper Heisman bets?
by Rob Paul
![Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels throws a pass against BYU. The Big 12 is among the best college football conferences for betting long shots.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/d5ff9c6d-9720-4212-ae65-3fa6431160bb.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
Look to These Conferences When Searching for a College Football Long Shot Bet
A few college football conferences are run by the same programs, like Michigan and Ohio State in the Big Ten or Alabama and Georgia in the SEC, but which ones have historically seen longer shots compete to win them?
by Rob Paul
![Liberty quarterback Kaidon Salter throws a pass during against New Mexico State. Liberty is among the Group of Five favorites to reach the College Football Playoff.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/aac8db58-e965-4790-b63b-90a2ae658743.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football Playoff Betting: Which Group of Five Teams Should You Bet?
For the second time in College Football Playoff history, a Group of Five team will qualify. With a guaranteed spot in the expanded CFP, which G5 programs are the best bets to qualify?
by Rob Paul
![Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers against the Oklahoma State Cowboys. Ewers is among the favorites to go No. 1 in the 2025 NFL Draft.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/d79912f8-4568-4049-94c7-6eb71d2e6126.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
How 2025 NFL Draft Odds & Projections Can Help/Hurt Your College Football Bets
The NFL draft and college football go hand in hand, but should the pro prospects of players influence your college football bets?
by Rob Paul
![Georgia quarterback Carson Beck throws a pass during the SEC Championship game against Alabama. Georgia and Alabama are both expected to qualify for the expanded College Football Playoff.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/09c36506-4877-4007-9224-f7e879162458.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
New College Football Playoff: How Expansion Could Impact Your College Football Futures Bets
With the College Football Playoff expanding to 12 teams, there will be an impact on college football futures bets. So how should expansion change your approach?
by Rob Paul
![Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders against the Arizona Wildcats. Colorado is among College Football's Riskiest Teams & Players for the 2024 season.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/fb0df922-c50b-4627-9132-30aa5755c20e.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football's Riskiest Teams & Players for 2024 Season: Can You Really Trust Colorado?
Anything can happen on any given Saturday, but which college football teams and players should you avoid backing in 2024?
by Rob Paul
![Virginia Tech quarterback Kyron Drones throws a pass against NC State. The Hokies have the most returning production in the country this season.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/9ff32553-c027-41ed-afa7-9a00371f8041.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
Using Returning Production to Find College Football Winners: Which Teams Should You Back/Fade?
Rosters are more volatile than ever in college football, that's why returning production has become an increasingly important metric. Which teams are positioned for breakout seasons and which are poised to regress?
by Rob Paul
![The Army-Navy game is a staple in college football, so I had to play it. Here's Navy slotback Eli Heidenreich hitting the salute after scoring against Army at Commanders Field, the location of the matchup in 2024.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/14a0c953-7e53-4255-a48d-fc51cc908293.jpeg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
I Played CFB25 for 24 Straight Hours: It was as Glorious as it was Humbling
A lifelong fan of the NCAA Football franchise, Rob Paul celebrated its return by playing EA Sports College Football 25 for 24 straight hours. Here's what happened.
by Rob Paul
![Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) warms up as we compare the College Football 25 ratings to the betting odds for the College Football Playoff and Heisman Trophy.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/7f0b845e-e472-44ee-b19b-c7f532b36dcc.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
Why College Football Bettors Need to Check Out CFB25 Team, Player Ratings
Following the release of the initial ratings in College Football 25, we compared them to the betting market to identify the biggest gaps between the two.
by C Jackson Cowart
College Football Futures Picks and Predictions
![Georgia quarterback Carson Beck drops back to pass against Kentucky. The Bulldgos' college football championship odds lengthened after struggling with Kentucky.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/55b5c1d7-d657-4145-8bf3-8d1e510becb5.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football Championship Odds & Favorites 2025: Georgia Slipping Going into Week 4
After struggling with Kentucky in Week 3, Georgia's college football championship odds have lengthened.
by Rob Paul
![Miami quarterback Cam Ward throws the football against Ball State. Ward leads the Heisman Trophy odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/c2ee00c8-1e9f-4ea5-abde-3b6a3ae01550.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
Heisman Trophy Odds & Favorites 2024: Ward Leads; Iamaleava Could Close Gap in Week 4
The Heisman Trophy odds underwent their most substantial change following Week 3, most notably with Texas' Arch Manning entering the conversation.
by Rob Paul
![Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer reacts to a hit against Akron. The Buckeyes lead the College Football Playoff odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/8c382710-8b38-4761-aae1-9003d583f052.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football Playoff Odds 2024-25: Ohio State Major Favorite Heading Into Week 4
Ohio State remains the biggest favorite by the College Football Playoff odds, followed by Georgia and Texas.
by Rob Paul
![Georgia quarterback Carson Beck huddles up before warming up before a game against Ole Miss. Georgia leads the college football projected win totals.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/1e1f8061-3d8f-431a-8033-66b14f3f98ec.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football Projected Win Totals & Over/Under Wins Odds 2024: Georgia, Ohio State Top the Board
As the college football season approaches, we're looking at the Over/Under win totals for some of the biggest and best programs in the country.
by Rob Paul
![South Dakota State quarterback Mark Gronowski against Incarnate Word. The Jackrabbits lead the college football FCS championship odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/105a6d54-3395-4fd4-889f-48dc5f8e6075.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Football FCS Championship Odds 2025: South Dakota State Remains Favorite
After winning the FCS Championship in back-to-back seasons, South Dakota State is the favorite by the 2024 college football FCS Championship odds.
by Rob Paul
![Texas quarterback Arch Manning reacts after scoring a touchdown against UTSA. The Longhorns lead the SEC Championship odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/a23e8901-0188-4e09-abf3-81b412ca7ae4.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
SEC Championship Odds 2024: Texas Co-Favorites With Georgia After Arch Manning Shines
A look at the latest odds for the 2024 SEC Championship with Texas and Georgia co-favorites following the Bulldogs' struggles with Kentucky.
by Rob Paul
![Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins runs against Western Michigan. The Buckeyes lead the Big Ten Championship odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/77699ed0-77ff-46f4-8de1-760bca7ca394.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
Big Ten Championship Odds 2024: Ohio State Remains Favorite as Oregon, Penn State Struggle
A look at the latest odds for the 2024 Big Ten Championship game, with Ohio State and Oregon the favorites despite Michigan coming off three straight conference titles.
by Rob Paul
![Utah running back Micah Bernard runs the ball against Baylor. The Utes lead the Big 12 Championship odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/ecaec14f-de8f-41cc-afbc-813dc7816fec.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
Big 12 Championship Odds 2024: Utah, Kansas State Remain Favorites; Colorado Slipping
A look at the latest odds for the 2024 Big 12 Championship, with Utah sitting as a favorite to win the conference.
by Rob Paul
![Miami quarterback Cam Ward runs with the football against Florida A&M. Miami leads the ACC Championship odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/54a04e81-a941-465e-b7c5-2c606a72e8ae.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
ACC Championship Odds 2024: Miami Remains Major Favorite Ahead of Clemson
After Florida State's terrible start to the season, Miami is the clear favorite by the ACC Championship odds.
by Rob Paul
![Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty picks up a first down against Oregon. The Broncos lead the Mountain West Championship odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/09d73dbf-fd23-4ce9-a6a9-41fcc948498a.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
Mountain West Championship Odds 2024: Boise State Remains Favorite After Near Oregon Upset
Boise State is the clear favorite to win the 2024 Mountain West Championship, with UNLV and Fresno State following.
by Rob Paul
![Northern Illinois running back Antario Brown celebrates after the Huskies defeated Notre Dame. Northern Illinois is surging up the MAC Championship odds.](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/c2fdaad5-323d-4b29-89ed-1c78e894febe.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
MAC Championship Odds 2024: Northern Illinois Jumps Up Following Notre Dame Upset
A look at the latest odds for the 2024 MAC Championship odds, with Miami (OH) and Toledo as the favorites after meeting in the title game last year.
by Rob Paul
![Fans stop to take photos with the College Football National Championship trophy as we look at the college bowl game odds](https://img.sportsbookreview.com/uploads/284cd499-1d9b-461e-b85f-d52f20970ac3.jpg?fm=webp&auto=format&auto=compress&h=80&w=80&fit=crop&crop=faces,center)
College Bowl Game Odds 2023-24: Spreads, O/U & Predictions
We're looking at all of the college football bowl game odds, spreads, and Over/Unders ahead of offering our best picks and predictions for the 2023-24 bowl season.
by Esten McLaren
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SBR is the home to NCAA football predictions for each and every college football season, complete with free college picks. SBR’s enviable stable of expert handicappers is across the gridiron at the college level like nobody else, using their in-depth knowledge to deliver discerning commentaries and sound reasoning for every single prediction, all the while comparing NCAAF odds from our best college football betting sites and sports betting apps like Caesars, FanDuel, and DraftKings.
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The 2024-25 NCAAF season began with Week 0 on Saturday, Aug. 24. The regular season will conclude with Week 14 on Saturday, Nov. 30. The postseason is set to begin on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, and end on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. In total, 41 FBS Bowl Games are scheduled.
Regular Season Free College Football Picks
College football games encompass several hundreds of schools and thousands of players, some of which will go on to have a professional football career in the NFL. Some of the best college football exports along with the Top 25 teams in the country come from the power five conferences (as listed below).
Big Ten
Based in the Midwest and Northwest regions, the Big Ten is one of the most prestigious and oldest NCAA Division I college football conferences. There are 14 members in this division, including the easily recognizable Penn State Nittany Lions, Michigan State Spartans and Ohio State Buckeyes, to name a few.
The Big Ten is also highly rated by many college football experts and insiders. Indeed, it’s not uncommon to see a Big Ten matchup featured among the game of the week college football predictions.
Southeastern Conference (SEC)
The SEC rounds out the power five conferences of the NCAA Division I. Covering the South and Midwest region of the country, the conference includes 14 members: the Alabama Crimson Tide, Auburn Tigers, Georgia Bulldogs, Louisiana State Tigers, Tennessee Volunteers and Texas A&M Aggies are practically household names.
Big 12
The Big 12 is a Division I college football conference that oozes prestige and is represented by some of the most recognizable teams in the country and that feature regularly with SBR’s NCAAF picks. Today, the Big 12 boasts 10 full members from the South Atlantic, West North Central and West South Central Regions. Notable members include the Iowa State Cyclones, Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns.
Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC)
The ACC is another Division I conference that features 15 full members from the Eastern United States. The members include: Clemson Tigers and North Carolina Tar Heels
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