Week 8 of the college football season is here, and the tension’s starting to build as teams chase better bowl game chances. There are some big matchups lined up, and you can almost feel the upset potential in the air.
Georgia Tech’s perfect record is on the line against a tricky Duke team. Meanwhile, Texas A&M has to survive a road test against Arkansas. Let’s take a look at the bets and predictions for a week that could shake things up.
Georgia Tech vs. Duke: A Clash of ACC Titans
Georgia Tech has been on a roll, sitting at 6-0. Their quarterback, Haynes King, is a real dual-threat—he’s averaging almost 200 passing yards and nearly 90 rushing yards per game.
King is the heartbeat of this offense, making up nearly 60% of their production. With Jamal Haynes leading the ground game and a solid group of receivers, the Yellow Jackets look tough to slow down.
Duke’s Offensive Prowess
Duke’s offense has been sharp too. They’re 20th in total offense and 25th in scoring, which helps cover up some defensive issues.
Their pass defense? Not great. Tulane and Illinois both exposed it. Still, Duke gets some betting love, probably thanks to the home crowd at Wallace Wade Stadium.
As for the numbers: Duke is -1.5, and the total is set at 61.5 points. Moneyline? Duke at -125, Georgia Tech at +104. With King playing at a near-Heisman level, it’s hard not to lean Georgia Tech to stay unbeaten.
Texas A&M vs. Arkansas: An SEC Showdown
This week’s other big game has Texas A&M facing Arkansas. The Aggies are 6-0, with wins over Notre Dame and Auburn that turned some heads.
But here’s the thing—LSU is waiting for them next week. This feels like a classic trap game, especially with A&M starting a tough three-game road stretch.
Arkansas’ Offensive Firepower
Arkansas has Taylen Green at quarterback, and he’s got their offense humming at over 500 yards a game. They’re putting up more than 36 points per outing, which isn’t too shabby.
They’ve shown they can move the ball on solid defenses, and playing at home in Razorback Stadium gives them a little edge.
The line is TA&M -7.5, total points at 61.5. Moneyline: Aggies -315, Arkansas +250. Honestly, Arkansas at +7.5 feels like a smart bet. Wouldn’t be shocked if they covered or even pulled off a surprise.
Bowling Green vs. Central Michigan: A Defensive Battle
Over in the MAC, Bowling Green hosts Central Michigan in what looks like a grind-it-out kind of game. Bowling Green just pulled off a big upset against Toledo—even without starting QB Drew Pyne.
Backup Lucian Anderson stepped in and got them a 28-23 win, though the Falcons managed just 226 yards of offense.
Central Michigan’s Ground Game
Central Michigan’s coming off a disappointing loss to Akron. They’re leaning hard on their run game, which makes up more than half their total offense.
With just 337 yards per game and not much balance, they’re ranked way down at 107th in total offense. That’s rough.
BGSU is favored by 3.5, with a low total of 43.5 points. Moneyline: BGSU -182, CMU +150. With both teams struggling to move the ball, the under 43.5 looks like the play here.
Best Bets for Week 8
Here are our top betting picks for Week 8, after digging into the most interesting matchups:
- Georgia Tech moneyline (+104) – Haynes King has been electric, so we’re betting the Yellow Jackets keep their streak alive.
- Arkansas +7.5 – The Razorbacks’ offense can hang with just about anyone. They look like a good bet to stay within a touchdown.
- Under 43.5 in Bowling Green vs. Central Michigan – Neither offense has found a real groove, so a low-scoring game feels likely.
Week 8 feels like a tipping point in the college football season. Plenty of teams are fighting for better postseason spots, and the stakes are rising.
Want a deeper dive or the latest odds? You can always check out the full breakdown at SportsGrid.
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