In this week’s overview of college football, we delve into the betting scene, highlighting notable picks and teams to keep an eye on. The analysis includes recent performances, supporting statistics, and insights from industry experts.

Key Picks

Appalachian State -2.5 at Southern Miss

Verdict: Play
Sources indicate that despite a tight victory last week, the Mountaineers should recover quickly, supported by their strong transfer quarterback A.J. Swann who has shown great potential.

California +1.5 vs. Minnesota

Verdict: Play
Freshman QB Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele has outperformed expectations, making the Golden Bears a team to watch this weekend.

Coastal Carolina +7.5 vs. East Carolina

Verdict: Fade
Recent struggles have left the Chanticleers vulnerable against strong opponents.

Memphis -3.5 at Troy

Verdict: Play
With QB Brendon Lewis leading the charge, Memphis has been performing well this season and should continue that trend.

Stanford +11.5 vs. Boston College

Verdict: Fade
The Cardinal face a tough situation with coaching transitions and limited roster strengths.

Conclusion

This week’s matchups hold various storylines, with teams like Appalachian State and Memphis positioned to outperform expectations, while others like Stanford and Coastal Carolina may struggle against stronger competition.