NCAA Bets: Top College Football Betting Online
The college football season is beloved by all. Everyone has a program they favor and it’s always a great reason to get together with friends. And while there’s enough reason to follow the college football season, there’s no question that betting on these games makes the season much more enthralling. So how should one go about betting on college football games?
The month of September gives way to the college football season, beginning with the NCAA Division I football and then into the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) matches which take place in late December and early January. BetNow online sportsbook has a wide variety of available options for college football game fans.
It starts with odds on the weekly games, no matter who’s playing. From the Power 5 conferences to the mid-majors and so much else, you can find it right here. Then, we move into the BCS odds, College Football Playoffs odds, odds on which team will win which conference, total points, total wins by team, betting odds on who will win the Heisman and so much more. Whether you want to bet your favorite team, bet to win big money, parlay betting, or anything else, you can bet it all right here.
How to Bet on College Football Games Online
First things first, you’re going to need to create an account and sign in. Once that’s taken care of, you’re all set to make your NCAA football predictions. Throughout the season, you’ll find different opportunities that offer varying payouts. The more difficult a game is to predict, the juicier the payout will be.
As one of the top-rated NCAAF betting sites you’ll find anywhere, we offer a wide range of betting services. Our handicappers stand out among the betting markets. Moreover, we offer betting options unlike what you’ll find anywhere else — live betting, prop bets, college football futures betting, and other bets.
Most Common NCAA Football Betting Odds/Lines
The most common NCAA football betting lines are undoubtedly the money line (straight up bets), betting against the spread (ATS), or betting on the over/under (TOTALs). The line starts on the left with the name of the team followed by the spread, then the totals and lastly the money line.
| Team | Spread | Over/Under | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona U | -11½ (-110) | 42 (-110) | -420 |
| Hawaii | +11½ (-110) | 42 (-110) | +335 |
Betting College Football Money Line
Here you are betting on which program will win the matchup. Arizona U opens up as a decent favorite over Hawaii. Normally the vig for a money line starts at around -110. You would need to bet $420 on Arizona U in order to be eligible for a $100 payout. A $420 winning bet would net you $520 (the original $420 + the $100 in winnings).
Hawaii is pegged as the underdog — a $100 winning bet on Hawaii would give you $335 in winnings, netting you a total of $435 (the original $100 + the $335 in winnings).
Betting College Football Spread
You’re not betting on a team to win but rather to cover a spread. Arizona U needs to win by more than 11½ points. Hawaii needs to either upset Arizona U or lose by less than 11½ to cover.
Betting College Football TOTALs
All you’re betting on is how many points will be scored in a given game. This is calculated by taking the points one team scored and adding it to the points the other team scored. Above the over/under is set at 42 points. If you want the over, you would take the top line (Arizona U). Similarly, you would take Hawaii for the UNDER. The vig is the same for both lines but sometimes they can vary.
College Football: A Brief Overview
Typically starting in September (and yes, sometimes in August) the season ends in January. Unlike the NFL, there is no “preseason” in NCAA football — all of these games count. Teams start with non-conference games and then move into conference play.
Teams with a winning record are eligible for a bowl game postseason. The best teams in each conference can play a conference championship game. The top-rated teams at the end of the season will move into the BCS — a four-team college football playoff that determines the national championship.
When we discuss “NCAA football betting odds,” we’re discussing point spreads, totals, the kind that fans may bet on weekly during the college football regular season. NCAA football betting odds-making isn’t exactly a science, but it’s been around for decades. Our handicappers go with 75% collating averages, numbers, and statistics, while 25% is going with your gut.
Football Betting Explained — Lines and Point Spreads
Essentially, all of your “picks” are predictions. You are betting on your ability to predict who is going to win the game. In football, the line tells you which team is favored. For example, a game may have a “line” of Team A -3 over Team B — Team A would have to win by more than three points for you to be successful.
Consequently, if you wager on Team B and “take the points,” it’s like the game starts with Team B ahead by three. This is also where the stat of ATS (or “Against the Spread”) comes from — a measure of how successful a team is in regards to the spread itself and not to traditional wins and losses.
At our site, we try to provide you with information throughout the week leading up to the game. That way, you have the football point spreads, odds, and more before the game starts. You can make wagers tonight, or any time that is easiest for you on each of the NCAA football matchups.
College Football Picks At BetNow
You can use our college football odds and lines to make your college football picks at our site. Think you know who’s going to win the ACC? The SEC? The Big10? Then you can bet it before the season and potentially win more money.
From the top college football squads all the way through those teams that may not even play D-1 ball, you can bet it all at our site. Beyond the title game, that also means the Rose Bowl, the Cotton Bowl Classic, the Orange Bowl, the Peach Bowl, and any other bowl game.
There are no restrictions on how much you can win. You can bet on the Alabama Crimson Tide, the Ohio State Buckeyes, the Oregon Ducks, and other power teams — but, you can make lots of money betting when those teams lose, too. West Virginia, Wake Forest, Florida State, Pitt, the Michigan Wolverines, the Georgia Bulldogs, or any other team — you can bet them all right here.
All Games Can Be the Best Game for You to Bet
When you’re making your picks, you’ll gravitate towards the biggest games — the big rivalries, who’s number one that week, and so forth. There’s nothing wrong with that. Many have had lengthy, successful careers betting on those games week after week.
But with a site like ours, you can bet the odds and line for so many other games as well. You don’t have to just make picks on the games in the SEC, the Big 12, the Big 10, the ACC, and the power conferences.
You can pick who’s going to win in the MAC, the MAAC, the Atlantic 10, the AAC, Division II, and so much more. We offer a line on the small schools, the teams that aren’t going to go bowling this year, and even teams that may have no wins whatsoever. That way, you have a better chance of making real money.
Promos, Bonuses & Why BetNow Stands Out
BetNow is one of the top sportsbooks recommended for NCAAF betting and other sports too. You can bet on the NBA, MLB, NHL, horse racing, baseball, UFC, and so much more here. With bonuses available like the welcome bonus, initial deposit bonus, the fairest odds in the business and more, we stand out from the other legal online sports betting sites.
Season-Long Promos
There’s a promo during the beginning of the season, when things heat up in conference play, when BCS rankings come out, once bowl selection begins, and all the way through to the championship game. Good luck throughout the season!
Live Betting & Props
Live betting, prop bets, college football futures betting, and other bets. Our handicappers stand out among the betting markets and offer betting options unlike what you’ll find anywhere else.
All Conferences Covered
From Power 5 conferences to mid-majors and Division II — we cover it all. A “promo” in this context refers to a limited-time bonus that can be tied to particular matchups or lines. We’re always running multiple promos, not just one.
Always, before you create an account on any sportsbook site, check the regulations in your state before engaging in online sports betting. When in doubt, read our page about responsible gaming. For the best in online sports betting on NCAAF games and beyond, head to our site.
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