- North Dakota State faces Montana State in the FCS National Championship Game
- Cam Miller has thrown for over 3,000 yards, with 31 TD this season
- Keep reading for the best North Dakota State vs Montana State player props bets
It’s incredibly rare for an FCS game to feature a future NFL quarterback. It’s nearly unheard of for one of those contests to feature two. That’s what makes tonight’s FCS National Championship Game so special.
Both North Dakota State and Montana State boast NFL QB prospects, which helps explain why they’re the top-two teams in the FCS. Cam Miller and Tommy Mellot are dual-threat unicorns, and are sure to be popular bets in tonight’s college football player props.
North Dakota State vs Montana State Player Props
| Passer | Passing Yards | Passing TDs |
|---|---|---|
| Cam Miller (NDSU) | 214.5 (O -115 | U -115) | 1.5 (O +114 | U -152) |
| Tommy Mellott (MSU) | 177.5 (O -115 | U -115) | 1.5 (O +102 | U -136) |
| Rusher | Rush Yards | Rush + Rec Yds |
| CharMar Brown (NDSU) | 48.5 (O -115 | U -115) | OFF |
| Cam Miller (NDSU) | 41.5 (O -115 | U -115) | OFF |
| Tommy Mellot (MSU) | 91.5 (O -115 | U -115) | OFF |
| Scottre Humphrey (MSU) | 66.5 (O -115 | U -115) | OFF |
| Receiver | Receptions | Receiving Yards |
| Bryce Lance (NDSU) | OFF | 70.5 (O -115 | U -115) |
| Ty McCullouch (MSU) | OFF | 26.5 (O -115 | U -115) |
| Taco Dowler (MSU) | OFF | 30.5 (O -115 | U -115) |
| Rohan Jones (MSU) | OFF | 22.5 (O -115 | U -115) |
Miller projects for more passing yards than Mellot, but is a slight underdog to the latter to throw 2 TD. Mellot actually boasts the highest rushing yards prop at 91.5, 25 yards more than any running back.
Receiver-wise, Bryce Lance and Taco Dowler boast their team’s highest over/under through the air, and we expect the Miller-Lance connection to be busy.
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North Dakota State vs Montana State Prop #1: Cam Miller Passing Yards
It’s not a stretch to suggest that Miller is on par with some of the qb’s that led their teams into the College Football Playoff bracket. Miller threw for over 3,000 yards and 31 TD this season, and is the reigning Missouri Valley offensive player of the year.
Monday will mark his 67th collegiate game, meaning there’s little he hasn’t seen before. The Bobcats are strong defensively on both sides of the ball, but are more likely to be beaten through the air than on the ground.
Montanta State yielded 795 yards and 5 TD to the top-three passing offenses they faced this season. None of those teams match the Bison’s efficiency, and none had a receiver like Lance.
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— Unnecessary Roughness (@UnnecRoughness) December 21, 2024
Miller and Lance have hooked up for 16 receptions, 268 yards and 6 TD in the last three games alone. NDSU is currently a 3-point underdog, which means more passing volume than usual should be in store for Miller in catch-up mode.
- Pick: Cam Miller Over 214.5 Passing Yards (-115)
North Dakota State vs Montana State Prop #2: Scottre Humphrey Rushing Yards
Shifting over to the Bobcats offense, where we like a fade of Scottre Humphrey. The sophomore has been losing carries to freshman Adam Jones over the last month, and we project Mellot to eat heavily into that workload as well in a championship game.
Humphrey has 11 or fewer carries in four straight outings. He’s totalled only 28 touches during that span, compared to 78 for Jones. Mellot meanwhile, only averaged eight rushes per game during the regular season, but that number has ballooned to 14 in the playoffs.
- Pick: Scottre Humphrey Under 66.5 Rushing Yards (-115)
North Dakota State vs Montana State Touchdown Props
| Player | First TD | Anytime TD |
|---|---|---|
| Tommy Mellot (MSU) | +550 | -170 |
| Cam Miller (NDSU) | +800 | -130 |
| CharMar Brown (NDSU) | +700 | -125 |
| Scottre Humphrey (MSU) | +850 | +100 |
| Bryce Lance (NDSU) | +1100 | +110 |
| Adam Jones (MSU) | +1000 | +110 |
| Ty McCullouch (MSU) | +1200 | +140 |
| Taco Dowler (MSU) | +1300 | +150 |
| Rohan Jones (MSU) | +1400 | +165 |
| Barika Kpeenu (NDSU) | +1400 | +190 |
Switching to the touchdown props market, where we’ll happily lay -170 odds on Mellot to score. He’s done so three times already this postseason, and torched NDSU on the ground in last year’s playoffs.
North Dakota State vs Montana State Prop #3: Tommy Mellot Anytime TD
The senior pivot rushed for 151 yards and two scores in that contest, carrying the ball 18 times. He has five career 150+ rushing yard performances, including a 273-yard, 3 TD outing two seasons ago.
Tommy Mellot has that running down the richest hill speed
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— Jack Marshall (@jackmarshalliii) October 13, 2024
Mellot has already racked up 14 rushing scores this season, one off the team lead, finding the end zone with his legs in all but five games.
- Pick: Tommy Mellot Anytime TD (-170), First TD (+550)
As the FCS National Championship Game between North Dakota State and Montana State approaches, fans and bettors alike are eagerly anticipating the matchup between these two powerhouse programs. While traditional game bets are always popular, player prop bets offer a unique opportunity to wager on individual performances and outcomes within the game.
For the North Dakota State vs Montana State game, there are several player prop bets that stand out as potentially lucrative options for bettors looking to add some excitement to their viewing experience. Here are some top player prop bets to consider for the championship game:
1. Passing Yards: One of the most popular player prop bets is the over/under on passing yards for the starting quarterbacks. North Dakota State’s Cam Miller and Montana State’s Tommy Mellott have both had impressive seasons, so setting the line at around 250-300 passing yards for each quarterback could be a solid bet.
2. Rushing Yards: Both teams boast strong running games, with North Dakota State’s Jalen Bussey and Montana State’s Isaiah Ifanse leading the way. Betting on the over/under for rushing yards for these dynamic backs could be a smart play, especially if the weather conditions favor a ground-based attack.
3. Touchdowns: Another popular player prop bet is wagering on which player will score the first touchdown of the game. With explosive playmakers on both sides of the ball, this bet adds an extra layer of excitement to the game as fans root for their favorite players to find the end zone first.
4. Receptions: Wide receivers and tight ends can have a big impact on the outcome of the game, so betting on the over/under for receptions for key players like North Dakota State’s Christian Watson or Montana State’s Lance McCutcheon could be a profitable choice.
5. Interceptions: Defensive playmakers can swing the momentum of a game with a timely interception, so betting on which player will record an interception during the championship game could be a high-risk, high-reward proposition.
When placing player prop bets, it’s important to consider factors such as injuries, weather conditions, and recent performance trends to make an informed decision. Additionally, bettors should always gamble responsibly and only wager what they can afford to lose.
As the FCS National Championship Game between North Dakota State and Montana State draws near, these top player prop bets offer an exciting opportunity for fans and bettors to get in on the action and potentially cash in on the outcome of this highly anticipated matchup. Good luck and happy betting!