College Football National Championship Betting Trends: Ohio State vs Notre Dame

As the Ohio State Buckeyes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish prepare to clash in the highly anticipated College Football National Championship game, bettors are showing clear preferences in the market, with spreads, moneylines, and totals providing fascinating insights. Let’s look at some betting trends at BetMGM Sportsbook a week out from the National Championship game.

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College Football National Championship Spread Trends

The spread opened with Ohio State favored by 9.5 points, and it remains unchanged at -9.5, indicating consistent confidence in the Buckeyes. However, the betting public is slightly split, with 45% of bets backing Ohio State and 55% siding with Notre Dame. Despite this, both teams have drawn 50% of the handle, suggesting heavier wagers are evening out the action.

College Football National Championship Line Movement Open to Now

• Ohio State +700 to -400
• Notre Dame +3000 to +325

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On the moneyline, Ohio State opened at +700 before the season began and is now down to -400, but the odds have drawn less enthusiasm from bettors. Only 17% of bets are on Ohio State to win outright, though those bets account for 37% of the handle, indicating larger wagers favor the Buckeyes. Meanwhile, Notre Dame’s odds have shifted from a preseason +3000 to +325, attracting 83% of bets and 63% of the handle, showing strong public confidence in an upset.

College Football National Championship Total Trends

The total for the game is set at 45.5 points, and the action has been heavily skewed towards the over. A substantial 72% of bets are on the over, accounting for 71% of the handle. This suggests bettors are expecting a high-scoring affair.

College Football National Championship Highest Ticket Percentage

• Ohio State 16.8%
• Notre Dame 10.0%
• Texas 9.8%

When it comes to the sheer number of bets placed, Ohio State leads the pack with 16.8% of tickets, showing that the Buckeyes are the most popular pick among bettors. Notre Dame follows at 10.0%, indicating strong public interest in their underdog story, while Texas isn’t far behind at 9.8%.

College Football National Championship Highest Handle Percentage

• Ohio State 28.2%
• Georgia 11.0%
• Texas 9.8%

Looking at the handle, which reflects the total money wagered, Ohio State dominates with 28.2% of the handle, suggesting larger bets are being placed on the Buckeyes. Georgia, a perennial powerhouse, drew 11.0% of the handle before being eliminated by Notre Dame in the Sugar Bowl. Texas was a popular play before losing to Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl with 9.8%, showing faith.

College Football National Championship Biggest Liability

• Ohio State
• Arizona State
• Notre Dame

When it comes to liability, sportsbooks are most concerned about Ohio State, as its high handle and ticket percentages make it a significant risk. Arizona State also appears on the liability list, likely due to long-shot odds attracting speculative bets throughout the season. Meanwhile, Notre Dame‘s inclusion underscores the betting public’s belief in its ability to pull off an upset, creating additional exposure for sportsbooks.

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These betting trends highlight the dynamics of public and sharp money as anticipation builds for this marquee matchup. While Ohio State remains the favorite, Notre Dame is seeing significant interest, particularly from smaller bets on the moneyline, creating an intriguing narrative for both fans and bettors alike.