After a great start to the season, we’re ready to keep the momentum going as we head into Week 2. Here’s my record heading into Week 2:
Today I have four best bets that I am ready to rock and roll with in week number two. The rest of my card will be posted on my twitter (@cjoneswho1212). With that being said here are my best bets for the huge Saturday slate of week two college football games.
Georgia Tech (-3) vs Syracuse (O/U 60.5) 12 PM EST
Duke vs Northwestern (-2.5) (O/U 37.5)
This ACC showdown between the Yellow Jackets and the Orange will be a good one to kick off the Saturday slate of games. Georgia Tech started strong with a big win in Dublin against Florida State, who doesn’t seem as good as they were last season. Their offense, led by quarterback Haynes King, can control the tempo and keep Syracuse’s defense on the field for long stretches.
Syracuse is led by quarterback Kyle McCord, who looked solid in his first game as the starter. They performed well against Ohio’s defense in Week 1. One big name to watch is Oronde Gadsden II, who had 7 receptions for 108 receiving yards and a touchdown last week. Syracuse has the upper hand in my opinion, especially with the home-field advantage.
Betting Trends:
- Georgia Tech is 6-2 ATS in their last 8 road games.
- The under is 4-1 in Georgia Tech’s last 5 games.
- Syracuse is 10-4 SU in their last 14 home games.
- The over is 4-1 in Syracuse’s last 5 games.
The Don’s Best Bet:
I’m taking Syracuse +120 for one unit. With Kyle McCord at quarterback, I trust the Orange to win at home. Georgia Tech has looked good in the first two weeks, but I fully believe Syracuse will win this game outright. Ride with the Orange to the cash counter for a nice early win to start the day.
Iowa State vs Iowa (-3) (O/U 35.5) 3:30 PM EST
This rivalry matchup will be a fun one in the 3:30 time slot. The Hawkeyes looked much improved last week, with their offense and always-stellar defense showing up strong. Running back Kaleb Johnson was dominant, rushing for over 100 yards and adding 2 touchdowns.
Iowa State’s offense struggled against North Dakota last week. They’ll need their rushing attack to step up if they want to compete. Quarterback Rocco Becht threw for 267 yards and 2 touchdowns, but the defense needs to do better against the run. They allowed 174 rushing yards and were dominated in time of possession by over 15 minutes. If Iowa State wants to win, they need to get their defense off the field quickly.
Betting Trends:
- The over is 4-1 in Iowa State’s last 5 road games.
- Iowa State is 2-4 ATS in their last 6 games.
- The under is 9-1 in Iowa’s last 10 games.
- Iowa is 7-1 SU in their last 8 home games.
The Don’s Best Bet:
I’m taking Iowa -3 -110 for one unit. Iowa has won seven of the last eight meetings between these two schools, and I think their dominance continues here. The Hawkeyes’ defense is stellar, and Iowa State’s offense struggled last week. Ride with Iowa -3 to the cash counter for another win.
Virginia vs Wake Forest (-1.5) (O/U 55.5) 7 PM EST
In Week 1, Wake Forest looked good with new starting quarterback Hank Bachmeier. Their aerial attack will be key against Virginia’s suspect secondary. Taylor Morin is a player to watch, with 6 receptions for 100 receiving yards last week. For Wake Forest to succeed, their offense needs to perform like it did last week.
Virginia put up good numbers against Richmond, but don’t let those stats fool you—they aren’t great. Malachi Fields is their standout player, with 5 receptions for 100 receiving yards last week. If Virginia’s offense starts slow, they’ll be in trouble. The Cavaliers haven’t started 2-0 in the Tony Elliott era, and they’ll be looking to build momentum before conference play begins.
Betting Trends:
- Virginia is 5-1 ATS in their last 6 road games.
- Virginia is 0-7 ATS in their last 7 games against Wake Forest.
- Wake Forest is 1-4 ATS in their last 5 home games.
- The over is 5-1 in Wake Forest’s last 6 games.
The Don’s Best Bet:
I’m taking Wake Forest -119 for two units. Although Wake Forest has struggled, Virginia doesn’t look good to me. I trust Bachmeier more than Colandrea in this one. With Wake Forest at home, I’m hammering them on the money line for two units. I’m confident this will be a solid trip to the cash counter.
Colorado vs Nebraska (-6.5) (O/U 55.5) 7:30 PM EST
Last season, this game had a lot of hype but ended up being a disappointment. However, with better players this year, this matchup should be much more exciting. Shedeur Sanders vs. Dylan Raiola is going to be a showdown. Travis Hunter is looking to build on last week’s incredible performance, where he recorded 7 receptions for 132 yards and 3 touchdowns. If Colorado can fix their defensive issues, this game could play out differently.
Nebraska’s prized recruit, Dylan Raiola, secured a win in his collegiate debut. The standout for the Cornhuskers’ offense is Isaiah Neyor, who had 6 receptions for 121 yards and a touchdown last week. If Nebraska’s offense continues to put up big numbers, Colorado’s defense will struggle. Nebraska’s defense also looks improved, and they’ll need to show it in this high-stakes matchup.
Betting Trends:
- Colorado is 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games.
- Colorado is 2-15 SU in their last 17 road games.
- The under is 12-6 in Nebraska’s last 18 games.
- The under is 4-1 in Nebraska’s last 5 home games.
The Don’s Best Bet:
I’m taking Nebraska -6.5 -112 for one unit. With Nebraska’s offensive strength, it’s hard not to back them. The Cornhuskers will move the ball easily against a weak Colorado defense, and they should put up plenty of points. This game shouldn’t be close—take Nebraska -6.5 to the cash counter to end a solid day of best bets.
