USC vs. Notre Dame Odds and Betting Prediction for the Game

USC vs. Notre Dame Odds and Betting Prediction for the Game

This Saturday, college football enthusiasts are in for a thrilling matchup as the USC Trojans hit the road to face off against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in South Bend.

These two powerhouse teams, both with impressive records and strong rankings, promise to deliver an electrifying contest that’s sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.

The Trojans, riding an undefeated streak, currently sit at 10th in the Associated Press Top 25 poll. Meanwhile, the Fighting Irish, with two losses on their season record, hold the 21st spot in the college football rankings.

The home team, Notre Dame, enters this game as the favorites, sporting a -2.5 point spread against the USC Trojans.

Check out the lines on College Football that MyBookie has for this game, plus the betting analysis and free pick for Notre Dame Fighting Irish versus USC Trojans.

 

USC vs. Notre Dame Odds and Betting Prediction for the Game | MyBookie Week 7 Regular Season Preview

10 USC Trojans vs. 21 Notre Dame Fighting Irish | NCAAF Week 7
ATS Odds: Notre Dame -2.5
Money line Odds: USC +111 / Notre Dame -136
Over/Under Odds: 63.5

Saturday, October 14th at 7:30 pm ET | NBC, Peacock
Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, IN

 

Lincoln Riley’s Impact on the USC Trojans

The USC Trojans are on fire this season, led by their head coach, Lincoln Riley. In their most recent showdown against Arizona, the Trojans managed to secure a nail-biting victory in triple overtime, preserving their undefeated status. This win marked their sixth consecutive triumph, with previous victories against San Jose State, Nevada, Stanford, Arizona State, and Colorado.

Impressively, the Trojans have consistently scored 42 points or more in all six games they’ve played this season, showcasing their offensive prowess. However, their defense has shown some vulnerability, conceding 41 points in each of their last two games.

Offensively, the Trojans are an absolute juggernaut, averaging an astonishing 53.6 points per game, ranking them at the pinnacle of college football.

Their passing game has been nothing short of spectacular, with an average of over 560 passing yards per game. Complementing this aerial attack, their rushing game has also been formidable, churning out nearly 173 yards per game.

Quarterback Caleb Williams has been a standout performer with an impressive 21 passing touchdowns and just one interception in six games. Williams has faced some pressure, being sacked seven times this season.

The primary target in the Trojans’ passing arsenal has been Tajh Washington, who boasts 395 receiving yards and five touchdowns. Brenden Rice leads the team with an impressive seven touchdowns to his name.

 

Notre Dame’s Bounce-Back Mission

On the other side of the field, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish have been striving to regain their momentum after suffering a disappointing road loss to Louisville in their previous outing. This loss marked their second defeat of the season, with their other loss coming in a heartbreaker against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

The Irish have faced challenging matchups throughout their season, including a nail-biting win over the Duke Blue Devils that required every minute of regulation. A brief respite awaits Notre Dame as they head into a bye week, followed by a matchup against Pittsburgh to round off the month.

Sam Hartman leads the way in Notre Dame’s passing game, amassing just under 1,500 yards and delivering 14 touchdowns without throwing a single interception. Mitchell Evans, who has hauled in 18 receptions for 282 yards, is the top receiving threat for the Fighting Irish.

Audric Estime spearheads the attack in the rushing department, although he struggled in the recent loss to Louisville, gaining just 20 yards on ten carries. However, he rebounded strongly in the game prior, scoring two touchdowns in the win over Duke.

 

USC vs. Notre Dame Betting Prediction | Anticipating a South Bend Thriller

The upcoming matchup between the USC Trojans and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish promises to be a football spectacle. Despite their two losses, the Fighting Irish still have the potential to spoil the Trojans’ perfect season.

Caleb Williams, the Trojans’ standout quarterback, is coming off a subpar performance in his last outing, setting the stage for an exciting showdown with Sam Hartman. Both quarterbacks are expected to make a mark in the National Football League in the future, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game.

While this contest will likely see both teams trading blows back and forth, the burden of Notre Dame’s challenging schedule might be wearing them down. In this spirited clash, the Trojans are poised to seize the moment and secure a victory on the road in South Bend.

For bettors looking to capitalize on this matchup, the recommended betting pick is to take the USC Trojans with a -2.5 point spread over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

NCAAF Week 7 Pick: Notre Dame -2.5 | Bet USC vs. Notre Dame Today
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USC Last 5

Date OPP Result
10/7/23 vs ARIZ W43-41 OT
9/30/23 @ COLO W48-41
9/23/23 @ ASU W42-28
9/9/23 vs STAN W56-10
9/2/23 vs NEV W66-14

Notre Dame Last 5

Date OPP Result
10/7/23 @ LOU L33-20
9/30/23 @ COLO W21-14
9/23/23 vs ASU L17-14
9/16/23 vs STAN W41-17
9/9/23 @ NEV W45-24
 

NCAAF Week 7: USC at Notre Dame Betting Trends

  • USC is 8-0 on road in its last 8 games
  • USC is 6-1 ATS on road in its last 7 games
  • USC is 5-13 ATS as underdogs in its last 18 games
  • USC is 3-12 ATS as away underdogs in its last 15 games
  • Notre Dame is 31-0 as favorites in their last 31 games
  • Notre Dame is 1-4 ATS at home in its last 5 games
  • The total has gone over in six of Notre Dame’s last eight games.
  • Notre Dame is 12-4 ATS in its last 16 games in October.
  • USC is 0-5 ATS in its last five games.
  • Notre Dame is 3-9 SU in its last 12 games when playing Southern Cal
  • Southern Cal is 9-2 SU in its last 11 games at home
  • Road team has won five of seven meetings in this series
 
 

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Michigan Wolverines -200
Washington Huskies +170

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