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2023 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: Week 3
(0-1) Colorado State Rams vs. Colorado Buffaloes (2-0)
Date: Saturday, September 16th
Time: 10:00 ET
Venue: Folsom Field
NCAA Week 3 ATS Betting Lines: Colorado State +22.5 | Colorado -22.5
Week 3 CFB Moneyline Odds: Colorado State +1036 | Colorado -2377
College Football Betting Total: O/U 59
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This Saturday at Folsom Field, it’s all about the Centennial Cup clash between the #18 Colorado Buffaloes, unbeaten at 2-0, and the struggling Colorado State Rams at 0-1.
The Buffaloes come in as huge favorites, favored by a hefty 23.5 points, with the game’s total points set at 60.5.
The ML tells us that Colorado is a dominant -2000 favorite, while Colorado State opens as a significant +950 underdog.
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These teams did not face off last season, but looking back on their last three head-to-head games, Colorado State has gone 2-1. Against the spread, Colorado State went 2-1 in these matchups. On the over/under, the teams went 2-1 combining for 51 points per contest.
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Colorado State Rams
In their season opener, Colorado State took on Washington State and lost by a score of 50-24, putting them at 0-1 to start the year.
Looking at the over/under in this matchup, the line was 54 and with their 74 points, the over hit. Against the spread, Colorado State went into the game as 9.5-point underdogs giving them an ATS and straight-up loss.
Colorado State Rams Stats
Despite the loss, Colorado State is hoping that the team’s offense will continue playing well as their 24 points was an above average performance compared the team’s 13.2 points per game from a season ago.
Colorado State’s defense gave up 332 yards of offense.
In the passing game, they allowed 251 while on the ground they gave up 81 yards.
Colorado Buffaloes
In their most recent game, Colorado matched up with Nebraska and came out on top with a 36-14 win. Heading into the 4th quarter of the game, Colorado held a 16-point lead.
So far, Colorado has been a good bet vs. the spread, as they are a perfect 2-0. Their average scoring margin this season is at +12.5, while being favored one time and the underdog in one game.
After two games, the average over/under line in Colorado’s matches stands at 59.8 points. The collective score in their games has averaged 68.5 points, resulting in an OU record of 1-1.
Colorado Buffaloes Stats
Colorado’s offense has put up an average of 40.5 points per game, placing them 23rd in the NCAA rankings. Through the air, they’ve gained 453 passing yards on average, ranking 4th in the nation.
On the ground, they’re holding the 131st position in rushing yards, with 67 rushing attempts per game this season.
Defensively, the Buffaloes defense has come up with two sacks this season and are 1st in quarterback hurries. Overall, they are allowing 28 points per contest (41st).
Against the pass, they are 61st in the NCAA, having allowed 199 passing yards allowed per game. Colorado is giving up 242 rushing yards per contest.
Colorado State Rams vs. Colorado Buffaloes NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Rams are 3-2 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Buffaloes are 3-2 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Rams are 4-6 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Buffaloes have gone 3-7 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Rams’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Buffaloes’ have an over/under record of 3-0 in their last 3 games at home.
Colorado State vs. Colorado Line Movement
| Open-ML | Live-ML | Open-Spread | Live-Spread | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rams | +882 | +1008 | +21 | +23 |
| Buffaloes | -1890 | -2377 | -21 | -23 |
4* Free Week 3 NCAA Betting Prediction: Colorado -22.5
Colorado’s offense looked good against Washington State, and I see them continuing their strong performance in this week’s matchup against Colorado State.
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Colorado’s off to a blazing 2-0 start against the spread, and folks, they’re looking like a cash cow once more this Saturday. Let’s break down their remarkable 2023 victories – they kicked off the season with a solid win against TCU and then flat-out dominated Nebraska.
The Buffaloes are hungry, and this Saturday, they’re not just going to cover the spread; they’re going to feast, folks!
Get ready for a buffet of success, because the Buffs are about to devour whatever’s on the table!
Favored by 22.5 at home, I’m placing my bet on Colorado to cover.
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