College Football Playoffs Weekend Preview and Betting Picks

The College Football Playoffs are set to kick off this weekend with some of the top teams in the nation vying for a shot at the national title. The Big Ten is well represented with three teams in the playoffs, including the Oregon Ducks who will face James Madison on Saturday. Vegas odds heavily favor the Ducks in this matchup, but the Dukes have shown strength with a top-10 offense and defense. While Oregon is expected to win, if the spread widens to 21.5 points, the Dukes might be worth considering. The play: JMU +21 (-110).

In another playoff game, Ole Miss takes on Tulane, with both teams facing head coaching changes. Despite Lane Kiffin's departure from Ole Miss, the Rebels are favored over the Green Wave, who suffered a blowout loss to Ole Miss earlier in the season. The play: Ole Miss -17.5 (-110).

Miami and Texas A&M clash in a highly anticipated matchup, with both teams coming off strong performances. Miami, despite missing the ACC Championship, has been playing well in recent weeks. The game is expected to be a shootout, with the total shrinking from 52.5 to 48.5. The play: o48.5 (-105).

The first game of the CFP features a rematch between Oklahoma and Alabama, with Oklahoma pulling off a close win earlier in the season. Alabama is favored in this matchup, and despite some injury concerns, they are expected to come out on top. The play: Bama ML (-105).

With an overall record of 31-32 (-2.18 units), the weekend promises exciting matchups and potential upsets in the College Football Playoffs.