Last week, the Washington Huskies had a high-profile game at the Michigan State Spartans. Michigan State was fired up to win after head coach Mel Tucker’s suspension and probable firing next month. Also, the Spartans sought College Football Betting revenge for losing at Washington last season. The Huskies stampeded Sparty for an easy payout. Now comes a potential letdown spot for Washington. The Huskies will host the dangerous Cal Bears team that nearly upset the Auburn Tigers. Cal wants to upset the Huskies, who are leaving the Bears behind for the Big Ten next season.
California Golden Bears vs. Washington Huskies NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, September 23, 2023, 10:30 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Husky Stadium, Seattle, WA |
| TV Coverage: | ESPN |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| California | +21 ( -110 ) | 61 ( -110 ) | +800 |  |
| Washington | -21 ( -110 ) | 61 ( -110 ) | -1200 | |
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California Golden Bears Team Overview
Last game, the Cal Bears won 31-17 against the Idaho Vandals as 15-point home favorites. The game went under the sportsbook total of 53. Cal has a record of 2-1 straight up, 2-1 against the spread, and 1-2 over/under the total. Cal ranks 45th for total offense, 101st for passing, 6th for rushing, and 53rd for scoring. Defensively, they rank 26th overall, 35th against the pass, 32nd against the rush, and 44th for points allowed. Also, Cal ranks 93rd for fewest turnovers lost and 20th for takeaways.
Namely, Sam Jackson scampered for a 27-yard touchdown to give California its first lead early in the second half. The Golden Bears rebounded from a sluggish start on Saturday to beat Idaho. Hence avoiding what would have been their first defeat to an FCS opponent. At the onset, Cal fell behind 17-0 early but rallied with 31 straight points. Cal dominated the second half behind a strong run game and a defense that pitched a shutout after halftime. Cal finished with 256 rushing yards to Idaho’s 108.
Also, Cal forced three turnovers while not committing any. The Bears opened up their first double-digit lead late in the third quarter on a 1-yard touchdown run by Isaiah Ifanse. In sum, Ifanse finished with 137 yards on 22 carries, and the score gave Cal a 28-17 lead heading into the fourth. A Vandals’ fumble and recovery by Cal on the next Idaho possession gave the Bears some breathing room.
Washington Huskies Overview
Last game, the Washington Huskies won 41-7 against the Michigan State Spartans as 14.5-point home favorites. The game went under the total of 56.5. Washington has a record of 3-0 straight up, 2-0-1 against the spread, and 1-2 over/under the total. Washington ranks 2nd for total offense, 1st for passing, 101st for rushing, and 8th for scoring. Defensively, they rank 58th overall, 62nd against the pass, 57th against the rush, and 16th for points allowed. Also, Washington ranks 49th for fewest turnovers lost and 39th for takeaways.
Washington QB Michael Penix Jr completed 27 of 35 passes to lead the Huskies to touchdowns on five of their seven first-half drives and a 35-0 halftime lead. Accordingly, he had scoring throws of 5, 13, and 7 yards to Westover and a 30-yarder to Ja’Lynn Polk. Also, former Michigan State wide receiver Germie Bernard, who transferred to Washington after last season, added a 1-yard touchdown run. The Huskies totaled 713 yards of offense. That total is the most ever given up by the Spartans, topping the previous high of 666 yards by Nebraska in 1995.
Cal at Washington SBG Free Picks
In this situation, Cal will get a better College Football Betting price as the away team. And the Bears have enough defense to hang within the number.
Cal at Washington SBG Best Bet: California Golden Bears.