Public Betting on Colorado Takes Center Stage in Week 1 of College Football

College football betting is in full swing, with Colorado attracting more national championship bets than some top teams.

College football season is finally here, and fans are already placing their bets on the upcoming games. One team that is causing quite a stir in the sportsbooks is Colorado. Despite being considered a 500-1 longshot with only a few projected wins, they have attracted more national championship bets than some of the top 10 teams. Surprisingly, even the favorite in the Big 12, Texas, has received fewer bets than Coach Deion Sanders' Buffaloes.

At BetMGM, there has been a significant influx of money being placed on Colorado. More money has been bet on the Buffaloes to win the national championship than on powerhouse Ohio State. Additionally, when it comes to Colorado's win total, more money has been staked on them achieving over 3.5 wins than any other team. Clearly, the betting public sees something special in this underdog team.

However, Colorado isn't the only intriguing bet this season. In New York, a bettor at Caesars Sportsbook placed a daring $1,000 bet on Florida Atlantic to win the national championship at incredible 1,000-1 odds. If they manage to pull off this feat, the bettor stands to win a cool $1 million. In Mississippi, another bettor placed a hefty $75,000 bet on Alabama to beat Middle Tennessee in their season opener. If the Crimson Tide come out on top, the bettor will walk away with a $300 net win.

As we gear up for the college football season, there are several other storylines worth keeping an eye on. One notable change is the NCAA's implementation of a rule to reduce the number of plays per game. The clock will no longer stop after first downs, except for the final two minutes of each half. This rule change could potentially impact scoring, but oddsmakers and bettors are still debating the extent of its influence.

Historically, college football games have averaged 56.8 points per game. However, in the past five seasons, there have been more unders than overs. Some bookmakers anticipate a trend of bettors playing the under, especially with the new rule change. Only time will reveal the true impact of these changes.

In terms of betting trends, underdogs had an exceptional season against the spread last year. They covered in 53% of college football games, marking the highest rate in the past decade. So, if you're feeling like an underdog this season, the odds might just be in your favor.

Several notable teams and players have also caught the attention of bettors. Michigan has received the most money to win the national championship compared to any other team. Furthermore, their quarterback, J.J. McCarthy, has attracted the most money in the Heisman Trophy odds.

Michigan is not the only team making waves, though. Florida State and their quarterback, Jordan Travis, have garnered significant betting interest as well. The Seminoles rank third in terms of money wagered to win the national title, trailing behind Michigan and Penn State. Similarly, Travis is third in money wagered in the Heisman Trophy odds.

LSU is another team that has captivated bettors' attention. They have attracted more money wagered to win the national title than both Alabama and Georgia combined. Additionally, USC has seen their odds improve from 16-1 to 10-1. They have received the most national title bets out of all the teams.

As the college football season kicks into high gear, it is crucial to keep an eye on these trends and storylines. There is bound to be plenty of excitement and surprises along the way. Who knows, maybe a longshot like Colorado or Florida Atlantic will defy the odds and make history. After all, anything can happen in college football, and that's what makes it so thrilling.

Share With Others