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College Football Same Game Parlay Odds & Picks (12/23)

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We are now in the thick of the bowl season, and we have multiple games each day until we find out who’s in the National Championship. With a heavy slate today, let’s look at some of the best same game parlays.

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College Football Same Game Parlay Picks

(Odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook)

Troy Trojans vs. Duke Blue Devils

  • Leg 1: Under 44.5 (-115)
  • Leg 2: Grayson Loftis Under 210.5 Passing Yards (-114)
  • Leg 3: Kimani Vidal Over 105.5 Rushing Yards (-114)

The Duke hype train rolled after that win against Clemson early in the season, but they were never able to capitalize on it. The reason was due to the season-ending injury to quarterback Riley Leonard, and then Duke went 3-4 after that. Leonard and several other starters from the season have hit the portal, so that the Blue Devils will be short-handed. Troy is coming off another 11-win season, and the eye test shows they were one of the best G5 teams in the nation. Quarterback Gunnar Watson was stellar this year with 8.3 yards per completion and 27 touchdowns, but running back Kimani Vidal was their backbone as the Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Year had 5.7 yards per carry and 14 touchdowns. The defensive matchup should be a key component for both teams, and this won't be a blowout on either side because of these defenses.

Grayson Lofton will be getting the start for Duke in this game. The true freshman has seen action throughout the season but wasn't spectacular, with a 53.7 completion rate and eight touchdowns to three interceptions. The Trojan’s defensive line is furious, as their 45 sacks were the fourth-most and were 32nd in passing yards allowed. That's a tough matchup for any inexperienced quarterback.

That can be how Troy controls the clock. Duke is more vulnerable in the run game, and the Trojans are a well-balanced offense with a 50/50 run-to-pass ratio. Vidal went off on Appalachian State with 223 yards and five touchdowns. He won't get that, but he can hit the century mark.

Total Parlay: +559

Utah Utes vs. Northwestern Wildcats

  • Leg 1: Northwestern +6.5 (-110)
  • Leg 2: Ben Bryant Over 178.5 Passing Yards (-114)
  • Leg 3: Ja’Quinden Jackson Over 68.5 Rushing Yards (-114)

Although Utah quarterback Bryson Barnes is in the transfer portal, he is expected to play. This will still be an offense that relies on the ground game, as they run the ball on over 60% of their plays. After a tremulous start to the season with the hazing scandal, the on-field product played well for Northwestern, going 7-5, and won four of their final five games. The Wildcats defense wasn't explosive, but was efficient at finishing drives, scoring on 91.6% of their red zone trips. The Utes are missing a ton of key players on each side of the ball. Northwestern will not roll over, and they'll be ready for the first bowl game since 2020.

As mentioned, Utah is missing several key players, especially on the defense, this includes captain safety Cole Bishop and sack leader Jonah Elliss. If you take away their talent in the secondary and the pressure at the line, this could benefit Ben Bryant. This total is obtainable for the six-year quarterback, who's gone over this total in four of his past five.

The Utes will run the ball, and Ja’Quinden Jackson will lead this backfield. The Northwestern run defense hasn't been that good, being 81st in rushing yards allowed per game and 75th in defensive rush success. Jackson won't dominate the carries, but he can push this over if he gets his usual amount.

Total Parlay: +573

James Madison Dukes vs. Air Force Falcons

  • Leg 1: Under 40.5 (-110)
  • Leg 2: Jordan McCloud Under 221.5 Passing Yards (-114)
  • Leg 3: Reggie Brown Over 62.5 Receiving Yards (-114)

The game plan for Air Force: run the ball. Nobody did that more than the Falcons, and it wasn't even close; they ran the ball on 84.75% of their plays, and the next closest was Army at 74.73%. This isn't going to be the same James Madison team that finished 11-1. As soon as head coach Curt Cignetti took the job at Indiana, players started to pour into the transfer portal, but there is a chance several of them will suit up for this game. The Dukes will have Jordan McCloud at quarterback, and he will need to have an efficient air attack to contend in this game. Both defenses are tough, and this looks to be a battle. This could be a slow-paced slugfest.

The Dukes are fifth in pass success this year, and with the Falcons being 30th in defensive pass success, JMU should be able to get some chunk yards through the air. Brown is that guy who can create separation, and he finished with an impressive 19.8 yards per catch.

McCloud could have some impressive throws, but Air Force is tough up front, and he won't have much time in the pocket. Air Force does very well with clock control, and they force you to play at their pace. McCloud might not get enough possession for a big passing day.

Total Parlay: +573

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