College Football Previews

Colorado, Minus Two Key Players Off to the NFL, Meets Georgia Tech Friday night’s opener in Boulder isn’t just another college football matchup — it’s a clash of history and transition. The Colorado Buffaloes and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets will meet for the first time ever, though their programs will forever be linked by the 1990 season when they split

The Houston Cougars begin their second season under head coach Willie Fritz with a Thursday night home opener against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks. Houston has struggled since joining the Big XII, posting back-to-back 4-8 records, while Stephen F. Austin comes in as a ranked FCS opponent with an explosive offense. Picks You Can Trust Results speak for themselves Opening

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights look to continue their rise under Greg Schiano when they open the 2025 season at home against the Ohio Bobcats on Thursday night in Piscataway, N.J. Opening Odds & Context Rutgers is listed as a -7.5 favorite, with the total set at 55.5 points. The Scarlet Knights are coming off a 7-6 season, their first back-to-back

The Minnesota Golden Gophers and Buffalo Bulls open their 2025 campaigns Thursday night in Minneapolis with new quarterbacks steering both programs. Minnesota turns to sophomore Drake Lindsey, while Buffalo gives Kansas State transfer Ta’Quan Roberson his first collegiate start. Oddsmakers have Minnesota installed as a 12.5-point favorite, with the over/under set at 51.5 points. Want an Edge Today? Start with

The Wisconsin Badgers begin their redemption tour Thursday night, August 28, when they host the Miami (OH) RedHawks in Madison. Both teams are rolling out new quarterbacks, but for very different reasons—Wisconsin trying to reverse a losing trend, and Miami hoping to reload for another MAC title push. Built by Analysts. Refined by Winners. Every play matters Wisconsin enters as

The Missouri Tigers kick off their 2025 season Thursday, August 28, with a non-conference clash against the Central Arkansas Bears at Faurot Field. This is more than a tune-up for the Tigers—it’s a live audition for the starting quarterback role. Head coach Eli Drinkwitz will split snaps between Penn State transfer Beau Pribula and returning backup Sam Horn, with the

East Carolina vs NC State – Thursday Night Rivalry Renewed A clash with no shortage of drama: East Carolina and North Carolina State reignite their in-state rivalry this Thursday, August 28, 2025, in Raleigh at Carter‑Finley Stadium. Their animosity reached a boiling point last December in the Military Bowl, where ECU upset NC State 26‑21—a game marred by an on-field

Broncos Unveil Fresh Backfield in Tampa Showdown No. 25 Boise State kicks off its season as the Boise State Broncos take on the South Florida Bulls in their first regular-season meeting ever. Fresh off of lockdown scrimmages, expect the Broncos to lean heavily on their new one-two punch in the backfield—Malik Sherrod and redshirt freshman Sire Gaines—as they transition after Ashton

QBs, Famous Fathers and New Stadium Energize Kansas-Fresno Opener When Fresno State visits Kansas on Saturday to kick off the college football season, quarterback bloodlines are in the spotlight. Fresno State hands the offense to E.J. Warner, son of Hall of Famer Kurt Warner. Meanwhile, Kansas boasts Cole Ballard, backup to starter Jalon Daniels and son of Indianapolis Colts GM