Auburn head coach Bryan Harsin was highly respected as the Boise State head coach. Indeed, College Football odds life was more pleasant and tranquil than on The Plains. Harsin led his alma mater at Boise State to regular bowls and contention in the Mountain West Conference. But stepping out of the relative peace of Boise, Idaho, into the frying pan of an SEC power has proven to be a great challenge. Specifically, Harsin’s most deadly opponent is the Auburn moneymen. These “boosters” are known for perpetual meddling and chaos. Harsin barely survived a coup over the offseason.
San Jose State Spartans vs. Auburn Tigers NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, September 10, 2022, 7:30 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Jordan Hare Stadium, Auburn, Alabama. |
| TV Coverage: | ESPNU |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| San Jose State | +22½ (-110) | 51½ (-110) | +1250 |  |
| Auburn | -22½ (-110) | 51½ (-110) | -2000 | |
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San Jose State at Auburn SBG Odds Overview
On this occasion, we have an SEC name brand in Auburn against an unknown online wagering product. Nobody from the casual masses wants San Jose State. Despite its internal problems, Auburn remains a popular brand with gamblers. This matchup feeds into that perception.
San Jose State Spartans Team Overview
The San Jose State Spartans are coming off a 21-17 win over Portland State as 22-point home favorites. Also, the game went under the total of 51. Chevan Cordeiro threw a touchdown pass and ran for two scores. His second TD came with 1:11 left in the game. Hence, San Jose State rallied to avert disaster on Thursday night. Cordeiro completed 15 of 30 passes for 239 yards. While Elijah Cooks had six receptions for 123 yards.
Auburn Tigers Team Overview
Last week, the Auburn Tigers earned a 42-16 win over Mercer as 30-point home favorites. The game went over the total of 51. Tank Bigsby ran for 147 yards and two touchdowns. Correlate that Auburn opened its season impressively. Although it was against FCS competition. Bigsby was one of nine players who carried the ball for the Tigers. In sum, War Eagle generated 285 of their 497 total yards on the ground. Jarquez Hunter scored three rushing touchdowns. While backup quarterback Robby Ashford generated 168 total yards as he split time with starter T.J. Finley.
Overall, Finley finished 9-for-14 passing for 112 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. Ashford took over at quarterback midway through the third quarter after Finley’s second interception.
Now, the Tigers already have an interesting quarterback situation after Finley’s two interceptions and Ashford’s impressive debut. Harsin said Finley remains the starter. At least for now. However, he added that Ashford would play as well. Concurrently, Auburn has another non-conference game that should be a cakewalk. But the big rematch with Penn State follows. So that the quarterback usage will be monitored closely.
San Jose State at Auburn Betting Trends
Late on, the Spartans have covered only four of their last 12 games. Auburn has gotten the cash in just one of their previous six games. War Eagle is 6-3 over the total in its last nine Saturday home games.
San Jose State at Auburn SBG Free Picks
There is nothing new about internal problems at Auburn with the boosters. But coach Harsin has a focused team with a vast talent advantage with the College Football odds.
San Jose State at Auburn SBG Best Bet: Auburn Tigers.