CFB Playoff Predictions & Picks ATS

CFB Playoff Predictions & Picks ATS

(7) Notre Dame 31 (10) Indiana 17

• Indiana has had an impressive run in 2024, unfortunately that will come to an end on Friday Night. The Irish have been tested numerous times this season and the only game where the Hoosiers were an underdog this season they lost and didn’t cover ATS vs Ohio State. I believe the rushing attack of the Irish will excel in this game and that includes Riley Leonard using his legs. Indiana will need to create pressure on Riley Leonard and force turnovers to have an opportunity in this game but if everything goes how I see it the Irish will win and cover ATS. 

Pick ATS: Notre Dame -7

(6) Penn State 34 (11) SMU 24

• SMU is dangerous when QB Kevin Jennings is playing his best. They have a strong rushing attack led by Brashard Smith and a really good receiving corps. I’d feel a lot better about SMU if TE RJ Maryland wasn’t out for the season but either way they have a potent offense. Penn State can counter the strong offensive attack by creating pressure with an elite pass rush. I expect Abdul Carter to wreak havoc in this game and possibly force a turnover. On offense PSU needs Drew Allar to play well but ultimately they’d love to establish the run with Singleton & Allen. Tyler Warren is the X Factor, I don’t see how SMU slows him down or stops him and I believe PSU ultimately wins and advances.

Pick ATS: PSU -8.5

(5) Texas 31 (12) Clemson 17

• My mind is telling me take Clemson and the points but my formula is saying take Texas to win and cover ATS. The Public is also all over Clemson and that really worries me. I expect this game to be lower scoring and an offensive struggle but the Longhorns find a way to win and advance.

Pick ATS: Under 52

(8) Ohio State 24 (9) Tennessee 14

• This is the ultimate test for Ryan Day and the Buckeyes and a game he has to win at home. If there’s an upset this weekend I do believe this is the most likely one. The Vols have an outstanding defense and pass rush and on Offense they’re led by elite RB Dylan Sampson. Nico Iamaleava is the X Factor in this one as he will need a big game if Tennessee wants to win. I’ll be honest I don’t completely trust Will Howard but the Buckeyes have a lot of elite talent around him and on Defense. I believe at home this weekend Ohio State will put together a complete game and win.