Handicapping

There weren’t many major surprises in week one of the college football season, but if there was one team that came away the most disappointed, it would have to be the reigning PAC-12 champions. The Oregon Ducks opened their season with another loss to an SEC power, and while it might not have the biggest effect on them in their conference this season, they will be in a hurry to make that defeat a distant memory this week. Here is a quick look at two interesting college football betting lines for week two.

(2) Alabama Crimson Tide (-11) @ Penn State Nitany Lions
Saturday, 3:30 PM ET

The Crimson Tide absolutely dismantled Kent State week one at home, but things won’t be nearly as easy week two when they visit the Nitany Lions. Penn State running back Silas Redd exploded out of the gate for 104 yards and two touchdowns in a blowout win over Indiana State in their opener, and should prove more resilient at home against Alabama. Still, head coach Nick Saban’s squad has a ton of firepower on both sides of the ball, and 11 points may not be enough to shy away from fishing in the Tide.

College Football Betting Pick: Alabama Crimson Tide - 11

Nevada Wolf Pack @ Oregon Ducks (-21)
Saturday, 3:30 PM ET

The Ducks have a ton of sports betting offensive power, and they will look to have it on full display as they are welcomed home after a tough opening loss at LSU. Oregon’s game is speed, speed, and more speed, and while that doesn’t always match up well against the different brand of athlete that rsides in the SEC, they should be just fine back home against a WAC opponent.

College Football Betting Pick: Oregon Ducks - 21