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College football Week 12 predictions, betting odds, today’s schedule

by Emma Walker – News Editor November 16, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

College Football Week 12: Predictions, Spreads, and Today’s Schedule

Breaking: As the college football regular season nears its conclusion, ‌Week 12 features several key matchups with⁣ potential postseason‌ implications. Conference championships and College⁤ football Playoff positioning are firmly in ‌focus‍ as teams battle ⁣for crucial victories. Here’s a look at predictions and betting odds for ⁣Saturday’s games.

This week’s slate ‍includes contests that could determine division ⁢winners and impact the national rankings. With several games featuring ranked opponents, the outcomes will significantly shape the landscape of college football heading into rivalry week.Spreads,‌ as of today, indicate anticipated competitive contests, but upsets are always possible.

Here’s a game-by-game breakdown:

Iowa vs. ⁢USC

*‍ Date: Saturday, Nov.15
* Time: ⁣ 8:00 pm ET
* Location: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum (Los Angeles)
* Spread: ⁣USC -6.5
* Prediction: iowa⁣ 30, USC 24

Virginia vs. Duke

* Date: Saturday,Nov.15
* Time: 3:30 pm ET
* Location: Wallace Wade Stadium (Durham, North Carolina)
* Spread: Duke -6.5
* Prediction: Duke 27, Virginia 21

Tennessee vs. New Mexico State

* Date: ⁢Saturday, ‌Nov. ‍15
* time: 4:15 pm‌ ET
* ⁢ Location: Neyland Stadium (Knoxville, Tennessee)
* Spread: Tennessee -38.5
* Prediction: Tennessee 49, New Mexico State 14

Cincinnati⁢ vs. Arizona

* Date: Saturday, Nov. 15
* Time: Noon ET
* Location: ⁤ Nippert Stadium (Cincinnati,Ohio)
* Spread: Cincinnati -6
* Prediction: cincinnati⁣ 34,Arizona 31

Missouri⁣ vs. Mississippi State

* Date: Saturday, Nov. 15
* Time: 7:45 pm ET
* Location: Memorial Stadium (Columbia,Missouri)
* Spread: Missouri -6.5
* Prediction: Missouri 30, Mississippi State 20

James Madison vs. App⁣ State

* Date: Saturday, Nov. 15
* Time: 3:30 pm ET
* Location: Bridgeforth Stadium (Harrisonburg, Virginia)
* Spread: James⁣ Madison -20.5
* Prediction: James Madison 35, App state 14

November 16, 2025 0 comments

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Michigan State Defeats Boston College in Dramatic 2OT Victory

by David Harrison – Chief Editor September 7, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Michigan State Edges Boston College 42-40 in Double Overtime Thriller

BOSTON, MA – September 6, 2025 – ‍Michigan State secured a ⁢hard-fought 42-40 double-overtime victory over ⁤Boston College Friday night, fueled by a ⁣game-winning two-point conversion catch by Omari Kelly. The Spartans overcame multiple lead changes and a late Eagles ‌rally to improve to [insert record here].

The game began ‍with a back-and-forth first half,‍ culminating in a 21-21 tie at halftime. Michigan State opened the third quarter with a 41-yard touchdown pass from Aidan Chiles to Tre Marsh, tying the game. Boston College‌ responded with ⁣a field goal to regain the lead at 24-21.

The Spartans answered with‍ a 50-yard field goal‌ from freshman kicker Martin Connington – his first career attempt – to tie the score at 24 apiece heading⁣ into the fourth quarter. A potential⁤ Elijah Tau-Tolliver touchdown was called back due to a holding penalty, forcing Michigan state to settle for another Connington field goal, giving them ⁣a 27-24 lead with ⁣five minutes remaining.

Boston College quickly tied it back up with a field goal of their own, setting the stage for a dramatic finish. With 1:16 left in regulation, Chiles ⁣had a chance to win the game, but the⁣ score remained tied at 27,⁣ sending the contest to overtime.

In the first overtime,Jay Coyne hauled ⁣in a touchdown pass,giving Michigan State a 34-27 lead. However, the Eagles responded with a touchdown of their own, tying the game at 34 and forcing a second overtime.

Boston College scored a touchdown⁤ in the second overtime but failed on their two-point conversion attempt, leaving the door open for the Spartans. Chiles capped‍ off the night with a rushing touchdown, ‌followed by a accomplished two-point conversion catch by Kelly, sealing the 42-40 victory for Michigan State.

September 7, 2025 0 comments

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Arch Manning Frustrated as Texas Loses to Ohio State

by Emma Walker – News Editor August 31, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Ohio State Defeats Texas in Season Opener, But Both Teams Show Flaws

ARLINGTON, TX – Ohio‌ State defeated Texas ⁤38-17 in a highly ⁤anticipated⁢ season opener saturday, but the performance from both‍ teams left observers questioning their ‍championship potential. While the Buckeyes emerged victorious, ⁢neither program displayed the dominance ‌expected of ‍College Football ⁤Playoff contenders.

The game highlighted the ‍challenges of relying on inexperienced⁢ quarterbacks. Ohio State⁢ utilized‍ both Julian Sayin ⁢and ⁢Lincoln Kienle, with Sayin completing 5-of-8⁢ passes for 72 yards and a ⁢touchdown, and Kienle ⁣going 8-of-12 for 89 yards and a touchdown. however, the⁤ overall passing ‍attack struggled, producing only three explosive plays. Lincoln Manning went 17-of-30 for 206 yards.

“You can’t expect Manning and/or Sayin to walk ‌under center or stand in the shotgun for the first time ⁢in a big time moment, and look ⁢(and play) like a fifth-year‌ senior,” wrote USA TODAY Sports’ Matt Hayes.

Conversely,Texas’s offense also faced difficulties. The Buckeyes’ defense,⁤ led by coordinator Tim Patricia, consistently pressured the quarterback⁢ and effectively covered receivers. Ohio State generated pressure with four and five rushers, mirroring the defensive styles of teams like Wake forest⁤ and Boston College.

Will Howard’s five years of experience at Kansas State were contrasted with the inexperience of the Ohio State quarterbacks. Howard threw 1,202 passes during his⁢ collegiate career and won ‌a Big 12 ⁤championship. Hayes emphasized ⁤the “gigantic value” of that experience, noting that a fifth-year senior possesses a knowledge of defensive‌ schemes that⁤ younger quarterbacks⁤ lack.

Looking ahead, Ohio State’s schedule appears manageable, offering ‍opportunities for Sayin and⁢ receiver Jeremiah Smith to develop chemistry. Texas, though,‌ faces⁣ a⁤ more daunting path, with ⁤upcoming matchups against defenses expected to be as strong ⁤or stronger ⁢than Ohio‍ State’s. The Longhorns’ ⁢schedule may⁤ prove too ⁣challenging to ⁤overcome in pursuit of ‍a CFP berth.”Texas, on the other hand,⁢ has some heavy lifting ahead – against defenses that‌ will be as good or better than ‍Ohio State. And against offenses ⁣that⁣ won’t⁢ struggle to score points,” Hayes noted.

Matt Hayes is the‌ senior⁣ national‍ college football writer for USA ⁢TODAY Sports ⁣Network. Follow him ⁤on X at @MattHayesCFB.

August 31, 2025 0 comments