The Week 9 college football picks arrive with several games that could shape the playoff picture, highlighted by No. 17 Florida facing No. 3 Georgia. The Bulldogs have controlled this rivalry lately, winning nine of the last 10, and are favored by 11.5 points. Handicappers have also weighed in on Minnesota vs. Indiana, Northwestern vs. Oregon, Ohio State vs. USC, Clemson vs. Florida State and Oklahoma State vs. Iowa State.
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Week 9 college football picks (odds subject to change)
- Georgia (-11.5) vs. Florida
- Minnesota (+20.5) vs. Indiana
- Oregon (-154) money line vs. Northwestern
- USC (+7) vs. Ohio State
- Clemson vs. Florida State: Under 50.5
- Oklahoma State (-9) vs. Iowa State
Georgia (-11.5) vs. Florida
An analyst noted the matchup will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta while the Gator Bowl undergoes construction. Georgia has been strong as a double-digit favorite against ranked opponents since 2020, going 12-3 against the spread in those spots, and is coming off a bye following a home loss to Auburn.
Projection: Georgia by multiple scores.
Minnesota (+20.5) vs. Indiana
Handicappers cite Indiana’s recent offensive struggles and quarterback health concerns. Minnesota held Iowa to 10 points last week, and with a low total on the board, analysts see value in the Gophers keeping it within the number.
Oregon (-154) money line vs. Northwestern
Experts expect Oregon’s talent edge to show despite uneven form. The Ducks made staff changes after a loss at Illinois and anticipate several injured players returning.
Northwestern is 6-1 but has faced a lighter slate.
USC (+7) vs. Ohio State
Analysts are buying low on USC after a poor showing at Wisconsin. Ohio State travels west with an inexperienced quarterback expected to start.
USC has been efficient through the air and strong on third down, which could keep this within a touchdown.
Clemson vs. Florida State: Under 50.5 points
One projection favors a lower total based on defensive metrics and recent under trends in similar spots. The expectation is a tight, defensive game that stays below the posted number.
Oklahoma State (-9) vs. Iowa State
Oklahoma State’s uptempo offense has surged behind quarterback Drew Mestemaker, leading the Big 12 in scoring at 40 points per game and covering six straight. Iowa State has stumbled to 3-4 after offseason changes. Projection: Cowboys by double digits.
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For more Week 9 context on conference races and futures, see Klatt’s conference championship projections for Week 9.
