Fontaine’s 5 College Football Betting Breakdown

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Fontaine’s 5 College Football Betting Breakdown

Hey, Fontaine’s 5 family! We had a solid week with some big wins and a bit of heartbreak, as Texas State let a 22-point first-quarter lead slip through our fingers. Nevertheless, we are riding a wave of momentum with our fourth straight win in our single-game featured columns! Things are looking up as we continue to fine-tune our picks and strategy.

For this week’s slate, I’ve highlighted a couple of key plays that caught my eye. I’ve cooled off on a few games since the start of the week, but I’ve still got a handful of sharp plays I feel good about. Let’s dive into the matchups:

Pittsburgh (-2.5) at North Carolina

North Carolina continues to confound bettors. Two weeks ago, they gave up 70 points to James Madison. Then, they blew a 20-0 lead against Duke in dramatic fashion. It’s hard to trust a team with such inconsistency, especially with Pitt coming off a bye. Pittsburgh ranks seventh in the nation in passing and boasts a stellar 14:2 touchdown-to-interception ratio. North Carolina’s porous pass defense, ranked 94th, is likely to have trouble containing them. Pitt has never won at Chapel Hill, but if ever there was a time to reverse the curse, it’s now. Expect UNC to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory yet again.

Penn State (-27.5) vs. UCLA

This spread is large, no doubt, but Penn State’s defense is relentless. UCLA has struggled against tough competition, scoring only 13, 17, and 13 points in their Power 4 matchups so far. Meanwhile, Penn State’s defense has been locking teams down, allowing opponents to score just 13 points per game. UCLA is traveling east for a noon kickoff, which usually spells trouble for West Coast teams. If UCLA can’t find their rhythm early, Penn State will capitalize, and this number won’t look so intimidating. A key here is UCLA’s inability to keep up with the Nittany Lions on the ground and through the air.

Boston College (+1.5) at Virginia

Boston College is entirely dependent on the health of their quarterback, Thomas Castellanos. If he’s good to go, I see this as a potential outright win for BC. The Eagles will look to grind it out with a slow, clock-draining game plan, limiting Virginia’s possessions and keeping the ball out of their hands. Boston College has already shown they can compete on the road, playing Florida State tough and nearly upsetting Missouri. With Castellanos leading the charge, I like the Eagles to not only cover but also pull out a win.

Clemson (-14) at Florida State

Clemson has dominated Florida State in recent years, and this year shouldn’t be much different. Cade Klubnik has been solid, and Clemson’s defense remains one of the best in the country. Florida State’s offense has struggled, especially on the ground, and their passing game is unlikely to expose Clemson’s secondary. Playing at home is FSU’s best chance to keep it close, but the Tigers have too much firepower. I’m not worried about a backdoor cover here, as I expect Clemson to take control early and never let up.

Tulane (-14.5) at UAB

This game smells like a trap, but sometimes you’ve got to take the bait. UAB has been abysmal this season, losing to teams like Louisiana-Monroe and Arkansas, and allowing 32 points per game in their losses. Tulane, on the other hand, has been on a roll, recently blowing out USF. They are fully capable of covering this number if they stay focused and avoid a letdown. The Blazers just don’t have the talent to keep this one close, and I’m betting on Tulane to cruise past this line.

Rutgers (+7) at Nebraska

I know what you’re thinking—Rutgers? But hear me out. Nebraska has struggled mightily in recent weeks, and Rutgers can take advantage. Nebraska’s run defense has been shaky, and Rutgers will pound the ball with Kyle Monangai. While this might not be the flashiest play, I expect a slow, grind-it-out game with Rutgers keeping things within a touchdown. A 20-14 type of game feels about right here.