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Georgia vs. Texas line, pick, prediction from advanced NCAAF models for Week 8

Originally posted on Action Network | By Alex Kolodziej | Last updated 10/13/24

PRO Systems show a bold pick against the spread for one of the games of the year in college football – and the situation’s a direct hit for Georgia vs. Texas in Week 8.

The Georgia vs. Texas line is Longhorns -3.5. Because both teams are ranked inside the Top 25 for Saturday’s gem, our “Ranked Matchups” Action PRO model will be active.

This system will only reveal a pick when when two contenders inside the Top 25 meet — along with a couple of other neat filters we’ll analyze below.

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This same advanced NCAAF model last week nailed a prediction on Texas routing Oklahoma.

Here’s what the data reveals from our premium trends on the Georgia vs. Texas line in Week 8.

Georgia vs. Texas Pick and Prediction for College Football Week 8

Not only does the marquee Bulldogs vs. Longhorns tilt fit our PRO System, college football experts identified another strong 15-4 trend which favors the same side.

First off, the “Ranked Matchups” PRO System recommends betting on the home team if they are favored by at least three points when two Top 25 teams square off. If the game is neutral, the angle simply pivots to backing the favorite. This trend has cashed 58% lifetime.

Also, our college football expert B.J. Cunningham noted when “Ranked Matchups” features an SEC night game, home teams are 15-4 ATS the last 19!

Both trends support Steve Sarkisian and top-ranked Texas to cover vs. Georgia in Week 8.

PRO Systems Pick: Texas Against the Spread

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