College Football Week 2 Picks and Best Bets are here. Week 2 of college football will kick off on Friday, Sept. 6. We’re looking at the best bets and predictions with our Week 2 picks.
Week 1 was wild in college football, with some blowout wins and huge upsets. We’ve seen some change in the AP Top 25 poll. As we move into Week 2, we look to keep the winning ways going!
We finished 3-1 in our Week 1 picks.
So, what are the college football Week 2 picks and best bets?
Week 2 Picks & Best Bets
Arkansas vs Oklahoma State
- Moneyline
Arkansas +240 / Oklahoma State -300
- Location
Boone Pickens Stadium | Stillwater, Oklahoma
Boise State vs. Oregon
- Moneyline
Oregon -1100 / Boise State +700
- Location
Autzen Stadium | Eugene, Oregon
A highly anticipated matchup in the Pacific Northwest is finally upon us. The Boise State Broncos will take on the Oregon Ducks in a game that could significantly impact both teams’ College Football Playoff hopes. With both squads aiming for a playoff berth, Saturday’s clash is poised to be a defining moment in their seasons.
The Ducks entered Week 1 ranked No. 3 in the AP Poll, but they slipped four spots despite securing a 24-14 victory over Idaho. Oregon led 14-0 at halftime but struggled to close out the game, needing a late touchdown from Tez Johnson to fend off the Vandals. The Ducks’ offense sputtered at times, with three punts, two turnovers on downs, a lost fumble, and a missed field goal—leaving plenty of room for improvement as they prepare for Boise State.
On the other side, Boise State also showed vulnerabilities in their 56-45 win over Georgia Southern. The Broncos’ defense struggled, allowing 461 total yards and trailing 30-28 midway through the third quarter. However, a strong finish, fueled by running back Ashton Jeanty’s record-breaking performance, helped them pull away. Jeanty, a redshirt junior, ran for a school-record 267 yards and six touchdowns, solidifying his status as a top prospect for the upcoming NFL Draft and a Heisman Trophy candidate.
The Broncos have a strong history against Oregon, winning all three previous meetings, including the infamous 2009 clash marked by a post-game altercation between LeGarrette Blount and Byron Hout. Their most recent victory came in 2017 when Bryan Harsin’s squad defeated Mario Cristobal’s Ducks 38-28 in Las Vegas.
I think Oregon flexes on offense and gets its first win over Boise State while proving to the rest of the country that it is a legitimate national title contender.
Prediction: Oregon 47, Boise State 17
Best Bet: Oregon -19.5