College Football Viewing Guide: Week 10 Best Games
Every week during the college football season, we provide a viewing guide featuring the top five games of the upcoming weekend. In this guide, we not only predict the outcomes of these games against the spread, but we also highlight other matchups that caught our attention from a betting perspective.
This week, the schedule is loaded with exciting games and ranked teams on upset watch. Notably, No. 10 Ole Miss, No. 11 Penn State, No. 13 Louisville, No. 15 Notre Dame, and No. 19 UCLA are all favored by fewer than 10 points against unranked opponents. Additionally, No. 21 Kansas, fresh off a shocking upset of Oklahoma, is now an underdog at Iowa State.
At this crucial point in the season, teams are fighting for their position in both the College Football Playoff rankings and their respective conference standings. Get ready for an action-packed Saturday.
Game 1: Texas vs. Kansas State
- Time: Noon
- TV: Fox
- Line: UT -4
- Total: 49.5
Texas (7-1, 4-1 Big 12) will face the challenge of surviving without injured quarterback Quinn Ewers. Last week, backup Maalik Murphy put up a solid performance in his first career start, leading the Longhorns to a 35-6 victory over BYU. However, the run game and defense played a key role in that win and may need to step up again against Kansas State, one of the top teams in the Big 12. With both teams vying for a spot atop the conference standings, every game is crucial for Texas to keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive.
Kansas State (6-2, 4-1) has been dominant in their last three games, outscoring their opponents by a combined 82-3. The Wildcats have found success using a two-quarterback system, with freshman Avery Johnson adding speed and mobility alongside starter Will Howard. However, they face a tough test against Texas’ strong run defense. Kansas State will need to find a way to defeat Texas for the first time since 2016.
Predictions: Nick Bromberg – KSU +4, Sam Cooper – UT -4
Game 2: Missouri vs. Georgia
- Time: 3:30 p.m.
- TV: CBS
- Line: UGA -15.5
- Total: 54.5
Missouri has been one of the biggest surprises this season, currently boasting a 7-1 record. Led by a talented offense, the Tigers look to challenge Georgia’s strong defense. Last year, Missouri gave Georgia a scare, and this improved team hopes to replicate that performance and potentially pull off an upset.
Georgia, the reigning national champion, aims for its third consecutive title. With an 8-0 record, the Bulldogs have faced tougher competition recently and emerged victorious. This week, they face a test against a potent Missouri offense. Can Georgia’s offense, led by emerging star quarterback Carson Beck, continue their success? Watch out for an exciting matchup between these two teams.
Predictions: Nick – UGA -15.5, Sam – Missouri +15.5
Game 3: Oklahoma vs. Oklahoma State
- Time: 3:30 p.m.
- TV: ABC
- Line: OU -6
- Total: 61.5
Regretfully, this edition of Bedlam may be the last in the foreseeable future. With Oklahoma leaving the Big 12 for the SEC, the future of this historic rivalry game is uncertain. Both Oklahoma and Oklahoma State are currently tied at 4-1 in Big 12 play, making this matchup even more crucial.
Oklahoma suffered their first loss of the season last week against Kansas, which dropped them to No. 9 in the inaugural College Football Playoff rankings. Another loss could eliminate them from playoff contention and drastically affect the Big 12 race. On the other hand, Oklahoma State enters this game on a four-game winning streak, with running back Ollie Gordon excelling on the ground. A victory over their in-state rival would further solidify Oklahoma State’s position in the conference title race.
Predictions: Nick – OSU +6, Sam – OSU +6
Game 4: Washington vs. USC
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
- TV: ABC
- Line: UW -3
- Total: 76.5
Washington enters this game undefeated and ranked No. 5, yet they’ve shown signs of vulnerability in recent weeks. USC, despite two losses, remains in contention for the Pac-12 title. With both defenses struggling, expect an intense duel between Washington’s Michael Penix Jr., the current Heisman Trophy favorite, and USC’s Caleb Williams, last year’s Heisman winner.
If USC can pull off the upset, they will position themselves as favorites in the Pac-12 race. Last week, they narrowly defeated Cal, keeping their hopes alive. Meanwhile, Washington aims to regain their dominance after close calls against Arizona State and Stanford. This game has all the elements for a captivating quarterback showdown.
Predictions: Nick – UW -3, Sam – USC +3
Game 5: LSU vs. Alabama
- Time: 7:45 p.m.
- TV: CBS
- Line: Alabama -3
- Total: 60.5
LSU’s season got off to a rough start with two September losses, but they have since won three straight games. They now face a crucial matchup against Alabama, with the opportunity to position themselves for the SEC title game. Alabama remains a strong contender for the national championship, with a 7-1 record and an undefeated conference record.
Although not as explosive as previous years, Alabama’s offense has adapted and relies on quarterback Jalen Milroe. LSU will need a remarkable performance to defeat the Crimson Tide on their turf. Can Nick Saban guide his team to the College Football Playoff once again?
Predictions: Nick – Alabama -3, Sam – Alabama -3
Best Bets
- Arkansas at Florida (-6): Expect Arkansas to put up a strong fight against Florida’s tough schedule. This game should showcase an improved Arkansas offense.
