James Scully’s NCAAF free picks: Week 1

Wed Aug 28 2019James Scully

A pair of games took place last Saturday, but Week 1's full slate of games begins Thursday, and we’re excited to build upon a successful first season at BetAmerica (35-21-1 ATS) with a weekly four-pack of free picks.
ACC Football Preview: #1 Clemson vs. Georgia Tech

Wed Aug 28 2019Dan Halverson

The number one team in the country kicks things off Thursday night with an easy conference primer to start their season. Clemson's 2018 roster featured arguably the most talented defensive line in college football history across all four positions and there is no doubt that it will be missed. While there are players waiting in the wings ready to step up and be hugely impactful, there is destined to be a drop-off.
College Football week 1 betting
5 NCAA football upsets to watch for in Week 1

Wed Aug 28 2019Marty V

Week 1 of any sport is a time where Vegas is going off team rankings without a big sample size. This usually means some faulty lines. As the season gets older, the lines always become sharper; the more the books know, the better their line is. Let’s try and find some upsets this week, spread and outright. 
Big 12 betting preview: Oklahoma Sooners odds-on favorite

Tue Aug 27 2019Ashley Anderson

The Longhorns could finally dethrone the Sooners in the Big 12, but a few other teams are worth keeping an eye on as well. Below is a breakdown of every contender and pretender in the conference and who’s most likely to come out on top at the end the year.
SEC betting preview: Who can beat Bama?

Mon Aug 26 2019Jeremy Jones

Let's break down the conference into two sections—pretenders and contenders. Who should we wager on to dethrone Alabama?
Heisman Trophy Betting Trends

Thu Aug 22 2019Ashley Anderson

History might indicate who will be named the most outstanding college football player in December. Here are a few key trends and factors to consider when betting on the 2019 Heisman winner.

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Ian Book is the Heisman longshot you need to know about

Thu Aug 22 2019Dan Halverson

When it comes to identifying wise Heisman wagers, it’s important to remember the mindset of those voting on the award. Very rarely is the award given to the player that is the most skilled, the most productive, the most draft-eligible or even the most impactful. Kyler Murray winning in 2018 after leading the NCAA in total QBR, yards, and touchdowns was very deserved but more the exception than the rule.
Scully’s NCAAF free picks: Florida vs Miami, Arizona vs Hawaii

Thu Aug 22 2019James Scully

The college football season begins with a pair of games Saturday. We had a successful first year at BetAmerica.com, with a 35-21-1 ATS record from our picks in 2018, and we will look to build on it.
Ohio State Buckeyes 2019 college football betting preview

Tue Aug 20 2019Dan Halverson

Ohio State will have a new coach and a largely untested roster this season following the departures of Nick Bosa, Dwayne Haskins, Parris Campbell and other top talent to the NFL. We examine who's left in Columbus and predict whether the Buckeyes can compete for the College Football Playoff.
Penn State Nittany Lions 2019 college football betting preview

Mon Aug 19 2019Donald Wine

Penn State head coach James Franklin is heading into a make-or-break season after last year's disappointing 9-4 campaign. We examine whether the Nittany Lions have enough talent to claw their way to the top of the Big Ten.
Michigan Wolverines 2019 college football betting preview

Mon Aug 19 2019Dan Halverson

Expectations are sky high for quarterback Shea Patterson as he enters his second year in Jim Harbaugh's system. Can the talented signal caller help the Wolverines avenge last season's embarrassing conclusion?
Georgia Bulldogs 2019 college football betting preview

Thu Aug 15 2019Dan Halverson

Heading into 2019 Georgia looks every bit as loaded as it has been the last couple years. While there have been some key departures, head coach Kirby Smart has managed to stockpile more elite talent in Athens.
Tua Tagovailoa and Trevor Lawrence co-favored to win Heisman

Wed Aug 14 2019Dan Halverson

The competition for this year’s Heisman Trophy has two very clear and deserving favorites heading into the season. Tua Tagovailoa of Alabama and Trevor Lawrence of Clemson are elite talents and we’re fortunate enough to watch them compete all season long for college football’s most coveted individual trophy.