- Notre Dame battles Penn State in the CFP semifinal Orange Bowl
- Nicholas Singleton has exceeded 58.5 rushing yards in 5 straight games (86.4 rushing yards/game average)
- Find all the Notre Dame vs Penn State Prop odds and our best bets, below
Notre Dame vs Penn State props are live. Thankfully for bettors, there’s plenty of value on the Orange Bowl board. With a ton of offensive talent on both sides, expect to see some fireworks when the CFP semifinal kicks off on Thursday, January 9 at 7:30 pm ET.
Look for all the Notre Dame vs Penn State prop odds and our best bets, below.
Notre Dame vs Penn State Player Props
| Quarterback | Passing Yards | Passing TDs |
|---|---|---|
| Drew Allar | 183.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114) | 1.5 (Ov +158 /Un -215) |
| Riley Leonard | 157.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114) | 0.5 (Ov -215/ Un +158) |
| Running Back | Rushing Yards | Rushing TDs |
| Jeremiyah Love | 37.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114) | 0.5 (Ov +100) |
| Nicholas Singleton | 58.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114)+ | 0.5 (Ov +110) |
| Kaytron Allen | 58.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114) | 0.5 (Ov +115) |
| Riley Leonard | 47.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114) | 0.5 (Ov -110) |
| Receiver | Receiving Yards | Receiving TDs |
| Harrison Wallace | 43.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114) | 0.5 (Ov +290) |
| Jordan Faison | 42.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114) | 0.5 (Ov +330) |
| Tyler Warren | 65.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114) | 0.5 (Ov +100) |
| Mitchell Evans | 29.5 (Ov -114 / Un -114) | 0.5 (Ov +110) |
Penn State quarterback Drew Allar’s passing yardage prop is set at 183.5 for the CFP Orange Bowl matchup with Notre Dame.
The Nittany Lions are 1.5-point underdogs in the latest CFB odds. Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton’s rushing yardage props is 58.5 yards. Penn State tight end Tyler Warren’s receiving yardage prop sits at 65.5 yards.
Odds as of Jan. 8 at FanDuel Sportsbook. Explore the best betting apps for CFP player props.
Nicholas Singleton Rushing Yards
Running back Nicholas Singleton is a massive part of the Nittany Lions attack.
Singleton destroyed Boise State in the quarterfinals. The Pennsylvania native repeatedly gashed the Broncos and finished with 87 yards and a touchdown on 12 carries. Crucially, Singleton has seen at least 10 carries in each of his past five games, while averaging 86.4 rushing yards per contest.
Singleton getting things going for @pennstatefball. pic.twitter.com/HSy4EN7N5Q
— CBS Sports College Football 🏈 (@CBSSportsCFB) December 8, 2024
Additionally, the Nittany Lions boast one of the most potent rushing offenses in the FBS. Since Week 11 of the College Football season, Penn State has averaged 5.7 yards per carry with 26 explosive runs (10+ yards). On top of that, if Penn State can get out to an early lead, they’ll lean on Singleton and backfield mate Kaytron Allen to take them to victory.
Keep in mind, Singleton has at least 87 rushing yards in four straight games. As the schedule has gotten tough, the Nittany Lions have relied on their outstanding junior back. Bet on Nicholas Singleton to have a big night in the Orange Bowl.
Pick: Nicholas Singleton over 58.5 rushing yards (-114)
Mitchell Evans Receiving Yards
Notre Dame tight end Mitchell Evans has surpassed his receiving yardage prop of 29.5 yards just twice in 14 games this season.
Fighting Irish pass-catchers have struggled as a group as the team has relied on its dominant rushing attack. Marcus Freeman’s team ran a passing play on just 44% of naps while averaging 189.1 passing yards per game.
Moreover, the Nittany Lions defense plays a ton of single-high coverages, which Fighting Irish quarterback Riley Leonard struggles against. In fact, Leonard posted just a 61.6 PFF passing grade against single high defenses this year, with 6.3 yards per attempt and an average depth of target of 7.1.
Mitchell Evans : 3 catches for 22 yards on 4 targets pic.twitter.com/djtcJVki8X
— Lee Harvey (@MusikFan4Life) January 3, 2025
Evans has hauled in only five catches for 39 yards in the College Football Playoff, and will be hard-pressed to find much open space against a dominant Penn State defense. The Ohio native has been unable to create consistent separation from defensive backs all season. Don’t expect that to change in the Notre Dame vs Penn State CFP semifinal.
Fade Mitchell Evans against Penn State in the Orange Bowl.
Pick: Mitchell Evans under 29.5 receiving yards (-114)
The Orange Bowl matchup between Notre Dame and Penn State is set to be an exciting game between two powerhouse college football teams. While the outcome of the game is uncertain, there are some prop bets that fans can place to add even more excitement to the matchup.
One popular prop bet for the Orange Bowl is the over/under on total points scored in the game. Both Notre Dame and Penn State have high-powered offenses, so this bet could go either way. The current over/under for the game is set at 55 points, so fans will have to decide whether they think the teams will score more or less than that total.
Another prop bet to consider is which team will score first in the game. Notre Dame has a strong offense led by quarterback Ian Book, while Penn State has a solid defense that could make it difficult for the Fighting Irish to score early. This bet adds an extra layer of excitement to the game, as fans will be eagerly watching to see which team gets on the board first.
For those looking for a more specific prop bet, they can wager on which player will score the first touchdown of the game. Notre Dame has a number of offensive weapons, including running back Kyren Williams and wide receiver Javon McKinley, while Penn State has standout players like running back Noah Cain and wide receiver Jahan Dotson. This bet adds an element of individual player performance to the game, as fans will be cheering for their favorite players to find the end zone first.
Overall, the Orange Bowl matchup between Notre Dame and Penn State is sure to be a thrilling game for college football fans. By placing prop bets on aspects of the game like total points scored, first team to score, and first player to score a touchdown, fans can add even more excitement to an already highly anticipated matchup.