Now into the quarterfinals of the NCAA's elimination season, BetMGM has dropped us its College Football Playoff betting handles.
There are four games on the slate this weekend, and Notre Dame vs Georgia is the most bet-on game, per BetMGM. In that contest, bettors like Georgia to cover the narrow 1.5-point spread. 61% of the money is on Georgia to cover, while 63% of the handle is on the Bulldogs ML.
Below, I'll highlight where the betting action is for the first round of fun and what we can learn from the College Football quarterfinals betting handles:
Penn State vs Boise State Betting Handle
| Team | Spread | % Bets | % Handle | Total | % Bets | % Handle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn State | -10.5 | 52% | 62% | O53.5 | 79% | 74% |
| Boise State | +10.5 | 48% | 38% | U53.5 | 21% | 26% |
Betting Handle per BetMGM
Texas vs Arizona State Betting Handle
| Team | Spread | % Bets | % Handle | Total | % Bets | % Handle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | -12.5 | 47% | 62% | O51.5 | 64% | 59% |
| Arizona State | +12.5 | 53% | 38% | U51.5 | 36% | 41% |
Betting Handle per BetMGM
Ohio State vs Oregon Betting Handle
| Team | Spread | % Bets | % Handle | Total | % Bets | % Handle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio State | -2.5 | 57% | 66% | O55.5 | 92% | 96% |
| Oregon | +2.5 | 43% | 34% | U55.5 | 8% | 4% |
Betting Handle per BetMGM
Notre Dame vs Georgia Betting Handle
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| Team | Spread | % Bets | % Handle | Total | % Bets | % Handle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame | +1.5 | 37% | 39% | O46.5 | 49% | 37% |
| Georgia | -1.5 | 63% | 61% | U46.5 | 51% | 63% |
Betting Handle per BetMGM
Our Expert Fading the public in Notre-Dame Georgia
While the big money is on Georgia to cover, our NCAAF expert Josie Costigan likes the Fighting Irish and the points.
Kirby Smart has the pedigree, with Georgia playing in two of the last three national championships, but this season's two losses have exposed vulnerabilities. Their last two games went into overtime, including a nail-biter against an irrelevant Georgia Tech program, and now they’re without their QB1. Meanwhile, Notre Dame dominated Indiana in the first round, holding them to just three points through the fourth quarter and flexing their top-3 scoring defense.
Marcus Freeman’s Irish are firing on all cylinders. With a lethal ground game and a defense built to withstand the best, this team looks destined for glory.
Consider Taking Boise State To Cover
The Nittany Lions dominated SMU, leading 28-0 at halftime, though Kevin Jennings’ three interceptions—two returned for touchdowns—sealed the Mustangs’ fate. Boise State, led by Heisman runner-up Ashton Jeanty and his nearly 2,500 rushing yards, is a one-man show but showed grit in their narrow 37-34 loss to undefeated Oregon. That performance, arguably Spencer Danielson’s toughest test, proved the Broncos can hang with the best.
On a neutral site with CFP adrenaline, Josie is treading lightly on this double-digit spread.
CFP Playoffs: Most Bet Bet Games (Tickets)
- Notre Dame-Georgia
- Penn State-Boise State
- Texas-Arizona State
- Ohio State-Oregon
CFP Playoffs: Most Bet teams (Tickets)
- Georgia -1.5
- Penn State -11
- Oregon +2.5
- Arizona State +12.5
CFP Playoffs: Most Bet teams (Handle)
- Texas -12.5
- Georgia -1.5
- Penn State -11
- Ohio State -2.5
Most Bet Player Props: Penn State vs Boise State
- Ashton Jeanty under 131.5 rushing yards (-115)
- Ashton Jeanty to score anytime touchdown (-250)
- Ashton Jeanty to score 1st touchdown (+375)
- Matt Lauter under 28.5 receiving yards (-115)
- Ashton Jeanty over 15.5 receiving yards (-115)
It's a real shocker, as Heisman runner-up Jeanty dominates all the prop action for this Penn State vs Boise State matchup Tuesday.
Josie Costigan loves Jeanty to score a TD, even at -250. As she points out, Jeanty is the heart and soul of Boise State’s offense. The junior has scored in every game this season except a surprising outlier against Portland State, contributing 29 touchdowns, which over half of the team’s total. The Broncos’ fate hinges on Jeanty’s ability to capitalize on his opportunities and keep their playoff hopes alive.
