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- College Football parlays are a great way to spice up the Week 1 slate.
- We’ve cooked up an expert CFB parlay that pays out at +425 odds
- Read below for the best college football Week 1 parlay for Saturday
The 2024 college football season has officially commenced with Week 1, and Saturday features the first main slate of the season. Many of the top teams will be in action on a day loaded with betting value.
Let’s take a look at our top college football parlay for Week 1.
CFB Parlay Week 1
| Matchup | Pick (Odds) |
|---|---|
| Notre Dame vs Texas A&M | Notre Dame ML (+130) |
| Miami vs Florida | Miami ML (-140) |
| Penn State vs West Virginia | Penn State ML (-300) |
| TOTAL ODDS | +425 |
All odds as of August 30th, at DraftKings Sportsbook. Browse the best College Football betting apps for parlay betting.
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Combining these three picks – Notre Dame ML, Miami ML, and Penn State ML – gives us an enticing parlay at +425 odds to kick off the college football season.
CFB Parlay Picks: Notre Dame ML
Kicking off my Week 1 college football parlay is a pick for Notre Dame to cover the three-point spread against Texas A&M on Saturday night.
The Irish have revamped their offense with transfer quarterback Riley Leonard and new OC Mike Denbrock, who guided Jayden Daniels to the Heisman at LSU last season. There’s a reason ND is heavily favored to make the CFP.
Notre Dame will weaponize Irish QB Riley Leonard in the run game against Texas A&M.
Marcus Freeman: “To have the ability to have designed quarterback runs or truly read defenders with a quarterback that can pull it is something that’s going to help our offense have success.” pic.twitter.com/KgGQzMElqh
— Tyler Horka (@tbhorka) August 29, 2024
Leonard impressed at Duke, throwing for 4,450 yards in three years before injuries cut his 2023 season short. Meanwhile, the Aggies face offensive uncertainty with QB Conner Weigman coming off a season-ending foot injury and the loss of star RB Rueben Owens II to injury.
Notre Dame’s defense, which ranked 10th nationally in points allowed (15.9 per game) and 3rd in pass defense (157.3 yards per game) last season, should stifle A&M’s attack. I don’t see the Aggies scoring enough to keep pace with the Irish.
CFB Picks: Miami Florida ML
Another addition to my Week 1 college football parlay is the Miami Hurricanes moneyline at -135 against the Florida Gators in their Week 1 matchup on Saturday
Miami’s offense looks primed for a leap with transfer QB Cam Ward, who threw for 3,736 yards and 25 touchdowns at Washington State last year.
The Hurricanes also return leading rusher Damien Martinez (1,007 yards, 12 TDs in 2023) and add impact transfer receivers Jacolby George and Elijah Badger. This talent influx should boost Miami’s scoring beyond last year’s 31.5 points per game average.
Florida’s offense raises more questions than answers. QB Graham Mertz is returning from injury, and they’ve lost RB Rueben Owens II for the season. Mertz ranked just 92nd nationally in deep pass attempts last year, and losing top threat Ricky Pearsall to the NFL further limits their vertical game.
Sharp money is backing Miami, with the Hurricanes receiving 53% of bets but 91% of the moneyline handle. This lopsided action suggests strong confidence in Miami from serious bettors.
CFB Picks #3: Penn State ML
Concluding my Week 1 college football parlay is a pick for Penn State to win against West Virginia on Saturday. While this pick has the heaviest juice in my CFB parlay, I believe the Nittany Lions are still undervalued.
Penn State’s offense should excel under new coordinator Andy Kotelnicki and with QB Drew Allar’s continued development. As a freshman, Allar threw for 1,687 yards and 13 touchdowns in limited action.
Drew Allar throwing under pressure pic.twitter.com/az8FP6tTe9
— Joel Haas (@Joel_Haas1) August 28, 2024
The Nittany Lions also boast an elite RB duo in Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen, who combined for over 1,900 rushing yards and 22 TDs last season.
Defensively, Penn State returns six starters from a unit that ranked 11th nationally in points allowed (18.1 per game). Their front seven could be one of the nation’s best.
The Nittany Lions also hold a significant edge on special teams. Kicker Jake Pinegar returns for his sixth season after hitting 16-of-20 field goals in 2023. West Virginia, meanwhile, ranked 129th in ESPN’s special teams efficiency last season and is breaking in new specialists.
While the Mountaineers have a solid QB in Garrett Greene and a tough home environment, it’s not enough to overcome Penn State’s talent advantage. The Nittany Lions should prevail in Morgantown.
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College football season is finally here, and with it comes the excitement of placing bets on your favorite teams. One popular way to bet on college football games is through a moneyline parlay, where you pick the winners of multiple games and combine them into one bet for a potentially higher payout.
For Week 1 of college football, there are some intriguing moneyline picks that could make for a profitable parlay with odds of +425. Here are some top moneyline picks to consider:
1. Alabama Crimson Tide (-300) vs. Miami Hurricanes (+250)
Alabama is coming off a national championship season and is once again one of the top teams in the country. They are heavy favorites against Miami in Week 1, and it’s hard to bet against the Crimson Tide in this matchup.
2. Georgia Bulldogs (-200) vs. Clemson Tigers (+170)
This is one of the marquee matchups of Week 1, with two powerhouse programs facing off. Georgia is favored in this game, and they have a strong defense that could give Clemson trouble. The Bulldogs are a solid pick to win this game.
3. Penn State Nittany Lions (-150) vs. Wisconsin Badgers (+130)
Penn State is looking to bounce back from a disappointing season last year, and they have a favorable matchup against Wisconsin in Week 1. The Nittany Lions have a potent offense that could give the Badgers defense fits, making them a good pick to win this game.
4. LSU Tigers (-120) vs. UCLA Bruins (+100)
LSU is looking to make a statement in their first game of the season against UCLA. The Tigers have a talented roster and should be able to come out on top in this matchup. They are a solid pick to win this game and round out your moneyline parlay.
By combining these four moneyline picks into a parlay, you could potentially earn a payout of +425 if all of the teams win their respective games. Of course, betting on college football games can be unpredictable, so it’s important to do your own research and make informed decisions before placing any bets.
Overall, these top moneyline picks for Week 1 of college football offer a mix of favorites and underdogs that could make for an exciting and potentially profitable parlay. Good luck with your bets!