Smart Money Shifts Betting Odds in College Football Top Picks for Saturday
ICARO Media Group
College football enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting a packed schedule of games this Saturday with over 100 matchups to choose from. Wisely analyzing the betting splits provided by VSiN, bettors are closely monitoring where the smart money is leaning for the USC-Michigan, Tennessee-Oklahoma, and Kansas State-BYU games.
In the highly anticipated USC-Michigan clash, USC, boasting a 2-0 record and ranked 11th, faced a shift in their favoritism against Michigan (2-1, ranked 18th) after initially being favored by 6.5 points. Despite the public heavily favoring USC with 76% of spread bets, the line moved in favor of Michigan, dropping to USC being a 4.5-point favorite at some books. The bet discrepancy also spilled into the totals, with the under being favored by sharps, resulting in the total points dropping from 46.5 to 44. This strategic move positions Michigan as an attractive underdog with potential value in a low-scoring game.
The tension rises in the Tennessee-Oklahoma matchup as Tennessee (3-0, ranked 6th) prepares to take on Oklahoma (3-0, ranked 15th). Initially perceived as a straightforward win for Tennessee, with 79% of spread bets backing them, the line has shifted towards Oklahoma, with Tennessee now listed as a 6.5-point favorite after starting at 7 points. This remarkable reverse line movement towards the unpopular Oklahoma side suggests professional support for the home team. Additionally, the under bet has gained traction as the total points have decreased from 58 to 57, supported by sharp bettors who believe the game might yield fewer points than anticipated.