It’s been a hot minute since we’ve done so, but we collectively provided a winning record last weekend. We’re back at it again for Week 9, with a total of seven different games that we’re taking a look at, including Notre Dame at Navy. Both teams are fighting for a spot in the College Football Playoff, both view each other as storied rivals, and both are going to try and prove a lot on Saturday.
Make sure to check out our individual picks below.
Season Results
| Name | Last Week | Overall |
| Matt | 2-1 | 19-8 |
| Caleb | 2-1 | 15-12 |
| Zack | 2-0-1 | 8-18-1 |
| Craig | 1-2 | 8-19 |
Week 9 Picks
Caleb
Boise St. (-4.5) vs UNLV – While both teams have played really well this season, I expect Boise st to win this game pretty easily.
BYU (+2) vs UCF – UCF has not done a great job at protecting their field this year, and BYU is on a roll. I expect BYU to walk into Orlando and win no problem.
Vanderbilt +19.5 vs. Texas – I don’t expect Vandy to pull off the upset but I do expect them to keep is close and limit how much time Texas has with the ball.
Craig
Nebraska (+25.5) at Ohio State – The Buckeyes will win this game and likely control the game as well. However, I think Nebraska can keep it closer than this large spread.
BYU (+2) at UCF – I’m trying to figure out why UCF is favored in this one. The Cougars are essentially free money at this point.
Navy (+14) vs Notre Dame – Call me crazy, but I think Navy makes this a game. They’re finally gaining some national respect, and this is their sure shot to the playoffs if they come up with a win.
Matt
Boise St. (-4) at UNLV – But because the College Football Playoff tripled in size to a 12-team field, the game now carries national implications. Expect a shootout with Boise pulling away late. For a Friday night game, this one is 100% worth tuning in for.
Notre Dame (-13.5) at Navy – Navy lost 42-3 to the Irish last season in Dublin. That’s a lot of ground to make up in one year if you’re asking for an upset here. I think the Midshipmen keep in closer in 2024 but not close enough to cover the spread.
Indiana (-6) vs. Washington – A win Saturday would match Indiana’s 1967 Rose Bowl team for the best start in school history and would keep the Hoosiers atop the Big Ten standings as they chase a playoff spot. Yeah, I’m thinking they’ll be focused.
Zack
Boise St. (-3) at UNLV | UNLV has one of the top rush defenses in the nation, but it won’t be enough to slow down Ashton Jeanty. I’m taking the Broncos to cover the 3-point spread.
Notre Dame at Navy (+14) | Notre Dame started the season with a nice win against Texas A&M just to immediately lose to Northern Illinois. Since then, they’ve beaten a handful of solid but not great teams, and I think Navy is even better than advertised. I like the Midshipmen to cover the two touchdown spread, and don’t be surprised if they pull off the upset.
Kansas at Kansas State (-8) | Rivalry game or not, Kansas has been a severe disappointment this season while Kansas State looks like the best team in the Big 12 right now. I’m taking the Wildcats by double digits.
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