Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh Week 9 Prediction | College Football Picks Today, Best Bets
John Canady
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The Syracuse Orange heads on the road for a chance to upset the undefeated Pittsburgh Panthers. With the Orange looking to play spoiler and knock off another ranked opponent, Pittsburgh will have other plans as it continues its pursuit of a perfect season.
Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh
- Location: Acrisure Stadium (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) | Time: 7:30 PM
- Where to Watch: ESPN
- Spread: Pittsburgh -6.5 | Moneyline: Pittsburgh -215 | Total: 62.5
Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh Best Bet: Syracuse +176
The Orange have made a name for themselves this season with multiple wins over ranked teams. In addition, at 5-1, Syracuse is no joke as an opponent. The Panthers have the home-field advantage, but in a matchup against their ACC foes, this game could be more evenly matched than many anticipate. That said, Syracuse pulling off the upset could be in the cards.
Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh Best Total Bet: Over 62.5
Syracuse’s offense has looked like the real deal this season averaging 33.8 points per game. However, as impressive as that is, Pittsburgh stomps them on offense with a whopping 40.8 points per game. In a showdown with the recipe for a shootout, a final score of 38-33 seems plausible.
Syracuse Best Player Bet: Kyle McCord 3+ Passing Touchdowns +146
Since joining the Orange, Kyle McCord has taken Syracuse’s offense to the next level. The quarterback has thrown for three or more touchdowns in four of six games this season. With Syracuse looking to keep pace against a high-powered Panthers team, the Orange may depend more on their quarterback than usual.
Pittsburgh Best Player Bet: Konata Mumpfield 70+ Receiving Yards +102
Konata Mumpfield has been a focal point of the Panthers offense this season. The skillful wideout leads the team in both receptions (26) and receiving yards (463). In addition, the Pitt senior has caught 70 or more receiving yards in three of the team’s six matchups this season. Assuming each side is prepared for a shootout, Mumpfield could be poised for a big day against Syracuse.
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