The 12-Team College Football Playoff is Here: Four Exciting Matchups to Start the Tournament
The long-debated expansion of the College Football Playoff has finally arrived, and the first four matchups are set to take place on Friday and Saturday. Some may have thought the expansion would be too much, but the excitement is palpable. The four games feature a spread of a touchdown or more, a stark contrast to the conference championship weekend’s narrow margins.
Let’s dive into each matchup, complete with a recommended bet for each game.
Indiana at Notre Dame (-7.5, O/U 52.5)
The battle of Indiana features two one-loss teams, with Indiana’s only loss coming at the hands of Ohio State, while Notre Dame suffered a shocking upset to Northern Illinois in Week 2. Although both teams have strong records, there are questions about their strength of schedule. Indiana can keep this game close and have a real chance to pull off the upset, making it a good choice to take the Hoosiers plus the points. The preferred bet, however, is the Under 52 points, as Indiana’s top-ranked run defense, allowing under 75 yards per game, will face off against Notre Dame’s run-heavy offense.
Other Notable Picks:
* Under 52 points scored by both teams combined
* Penn State (-9) to win by more than 9 points
* Clemson team total Under 19.5 points scored
* Tennessee (+7.5) to lose by fewer than 7.5 points or win outright
The tournament is finally here, and it’s time to get excited. Will Hill, a contributor on the Bears Bets Podcast, has been betting on sports for over a decade and is a betting analyst for VSiN. Create or log in to your FOX Sports account to receive a personalized newsletter daily with great stories like these.
