College Football Week 9 Odds, Predictions, Spread Picks & Where to Watch: Part 1

College Football Week 9 Odds, Predictions, Spread Picks & Where to Watch: Part 1

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Week 9 in college football brings an exciting slate of games featuring matchups with significant implications for the remainder of the season. Below, we break down several key games, covering odds, predictions, spreads, and where to catch each matchup. Let’s dive into the picks and analysis for Liberty at Kennesaw State, Syracuse at Pitt, Louisville at Boston College, Boise State at UNLV, Rutgers at USC, Notre Dame at Navy, Washington at Indiana, and Oklahoma State at Baylor.

Liberty Flames at Kennesaw State Owls

  • Kickoff Time: 7:00 PM ET (Tuesday)
  • TV Channel: CBS Sports Network
  • Odds: Liberty -25.5
  • Total: 46
  • Moneyline: Liberty (-1225), Kennesaw State (+800)
  • Implied Score: Liberty 36, Kennesaw State 10

Game Analysis

Liberty’s season has been marked by their dominant rushing game, spearheaded by quarterback Kaidon Salter and running back Quinton Cooley. Kennesaw State, on the other hand, has struggled to find any offensive rhythm. Liberty’s defense will likely feast on an Owls team that’s put up a meager five points against Middle Tennessee in their last outing. Kennesaw will have to execute flawlessly to cover the spread against a rested Flames team coming off a string of breaks.

Pick

  • Liberty to cover the 25.5-point spread. The Owls have struggled significantly on offense, and Liberty’s rested, high-powered rushing attack should give them a comfortable victory.

Syracuse Orange at Pittsburgh Panthers

  • Kickoff Time: 7:30 PM ET (Thursday)
  • TV Channel: ESPN
  • Odds: Pitt -6
  • Total: 63
  • Moneyline: Syracuse (+190), Pitt (-225)
  • Implied Score: Pitt 34, Syracuse 28

Game Analysis

Both teams are coming off bye weeks, but Syracuse has shown inconsistency on defense, allowing opponents to rack up significant yardage through both the air and ground. Pitt, led by quarterback Christian Veilleux, will focus on exploiting Syracuse’s weaknesses in pass defense. Syracuse, with quarterback Garrett Shrader, has had some explosive plays this season but will face a formidable Panthers defensive line.

Pick

  • Pitt -6. Pittsburgh’s balance on offense and consistency on defense should give them the edge, and playing at home further solidifies this pick.

Louisville Cardinals at Boston College Eagles

  • Kickoff Time: 7:30 PM ET (Friday)
  • TV Channel: ESPN2
  • Odds: Louisville -7
  • Total: 53.5
  • Moneyline: Louisville (-300), Boston College (+235)
  • Implied Score: Louisville 30, Boston College 23

Game Analysis

Louisville has shown explosiveness on offense this season, while Boston College’s defense has struggled, allowing an average of 5.75 yards per carry in league play. Quarterback Jack Plummer and wide receiver Jamari Thrash should have plenty of opportunities to attack through the air against an Eagles secondary that’s battling injuries. Boston College, with quarterback Thomas Castellanos, has been prone to turnovers, and that trend could continue against an opportunistic Louisville defense.

Pick

  • Louisville -7. The Cardinals have too many offensive weapons for Boston College to handle, and their defense should hold the Eagles in check.

Boise State Broncos at UNLV Rebels

  • Kickoff Time: 10:30 PM ET (Friday)
  • TV Channel: CBS Sports Network
  • Odds: Boise State -3.5
  • Total: 66
  • Moneyline: Boise State (-165), UNLV (+146)
  • Implied Score: Boise State 35, UNLV 31

Game Analysis

Boise State’s defense ranks among the nation’s best in generating pressure, and they will need that pass rush to slow down UNLV’s offense, led by dual-threat quarterback Jayden Maiava. UNLV’s explosive offense, with receiver Ricky White leading the way, has the ability to put up points quickly, but Boise State’s ground game, featuring Ashton Jeanty, should be able to grind out yards and control the clock.

Pick

  • Boise State -3.5. The Broncos’ run game and defensive pressure should carry them to a win, despite the Rebels’ offensive firepower.

Rutgers Scarlet Knights at USC Trojans

  • Kickoff Time: 11:00 PM ET (Friday)
  • TV Channel: FOX
  • Odds: USC -14.5
  • Total: 56.5
  • Moneyline: Rutgers (+465), USC (-650)
  • Implied Score: USC 35, Rutgers 21

Game Analysis

USC’s offense, led by quarterback Miller Moss, remains potent, though they’ve had issues closing out games. Rutgers’ defense, hampered by injuries, has been porous in recent weeks, and USC should be able to capitalize. The key for USC will be limiting their mistakes and playing cleaner football to avoid a scare from Rutgers.

Pick

  • USC -14.5. The Trojans will have a bounce-back game at home, and Rutgers’ defensive issues make it hard to see them covering.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Navy Midshipmen

  • Kickoff Time: 12:00 PM ET (Saturday)
  • TV Channel: ABC
  • Odds: Notre Dame -13
  • Total: 52.5
  • Moneyline: Navy (+375), Notre Dame (-500)
  • Implied Score: Notre Dame 33, Navy 20

Game Analysis

Notre Dame will face a Navy team that has improved on offense but struggled against tougher competition. The Irish’s defense, especially against the run, will be tested, as Navy brings their triple-option attack. Notre Dame, led by quarterback Sam Hartman, should dominate on both sides of the ball and control the game tempo.

Pick

  • Over 52.5. With Navy’s improved offense and Notre Dame’s ability to move the ball efficiently, this game could hit the over.

Washington Huskies at Indiana Hoosiers

  • Kickoff Time: 12:00 PM ET (Saturday)
  • TV Channel: Big Ten Network
  • Odds: Indiana -6.5
  • Total: 53
  • Moneyline: Washington (+210), Indiana (-255)
  • Implied Score: Indiana 30, Washington 23

Game Analysis

Indiana has been a surprise team this season, and even without starting quarterback Curtis Rourke, they continue to dominate. Backup Tavion Jackson has filled in well, and Indiana’s defense, especially their special teams, has given them an edge. Washington’s offense has shown flashes of brilliance, but their special teams and inconsistent defense will likely be their downfall.

Pick

  • Indiana -6.5. The Hoosiers, playing at home, will continue their winning ways with a solid all-around performance.

Oklahoma State Cowboys at Baylor Bears

  • Kickoff Time: 3:30 PM ET (Saturday)
  • TV Channel: ESPN+
  • Odds: Baylor -6.5
  • Total: 65
  • Moneyline: Oklahoma State (+205), Baylor (-260)
  • Implied Score: Baylor 36, Oklahoma State 29

Game Analysis

Both teams have been struggling defensively, with neither able to stop opponents from putting up points. Oklahoma State will rely on their rushing attack, which found success last week, while Baylor’s offense, led by quarterback Sawyer Robertson, will look to continue the momentum from last week’s dominant win over Texas Tech.

Pick

  • Over 65. Both defenses have been leaky, and this game could turn into a shootout in Waco.

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