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Our 7 best bets for Week 2 of the college football season

Alabama (-36) over Arkansas State

Our 7 best bets for Week 2 of the college football season

Stanford (-6) over USC

Stanford (-6) over USC

This is a tough pick — you'd much prefer taking Stanford as a three point favorite than the full six here. But I try to pick the biggest games of the week, and this is certainly one of them. Bryce Love was stifled a bit by San Diego State's defense in Week 1, so this is a great spot for him to begin his Heisman campaign in full.

Clemson (-12) over Texas A&M

Clemson (-12) over Texas A&M

This is a tough spread but it's hard to imagine the Texas A&M's defense stopping Clemson at any point during this game. The Tigers dropped 48 points against Furman last week without really trying, and will come into this match against the Aggies even more prepared.

Penn State (-8.5) over Pittsburgh

Penn State (-8.5) over Pittsburgh

Penn State survived a scare against Appalachian State last weekend, eeking out an overtime win. Admittedly, they didn't look great, but I expect the Nittany Lions to roar back in this spot. Penn State still has memories of Pittsburgh upsetting them in early 2016 in a shootout, and won't be looking to let the Panthers catch them off their game again.

Central Michigan (-4.5) over Kansas

Central Michigan (-4.5) over Kansas

Kansas lost to FCS program Nicholls State in overtime to open the season last week. Head coach David Beaty is in his fourth season with the Jayhawks and holds a record of 3-34. Central Michigan might not strike you as a powerhouse, but they're a regular bowl season competitor and can take care of lesser opponents.

Temple (-4) over Buffalo

Temple (-4) over Buffalo

Temple got rolled by Villanova to start the year, but unlike Kansas, the Owls are a team I trust to bounce back from a disappointing loss. Temple has been one of the most profitable programs to bet in recent years, and this low line feels like an overcorrection.

Colorado (+3.5) over Nebraska

Colorado (+3.5) over Nebraska

I had to take one underdog! Colorado looked solid last weekend in its 45-13 win over Colorado State. Meanwhile, Nebraska's season opener had to be cancelled due to weather concerns. The Scott Frost era will eventually pay off for the Cornhuskers, but give me the team that's already rolling with its season over the one that's been forced to sit on its hands for an extra week.

Now check out our picks for Week 1 of the NFL season

Now check out our picks for Week 1 of the NFL season

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