CFB Week 10: Schedule, Odds & Expert Picks

**College Football Week 10: Playoff Hopes on the Line in Stacked Schedule**

College football’s playoff picture will become significantly clearer – or delightfully murkier – as Week 10 kicks off with a loaded schedule on Friday, November 3rd, and Saturday, November 4th, 2023. Top-10 matchups, fierce rivalries, and crucial conference showdowns will dominate screens, with national championship aspirations hanging in the balance for several programs.

The action begins Friday night with a key Big 12 contest. No. 23 Kansas (6-2) travels to Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, to face Iowa State (5-3) at 7 p.m. ET on FS1. Despite their ranking, the Jayhawks enter as a 2.5-point underdog, highlighting the difficult road environment. Kansas, under coach Lance Leipold, has been one of college football’s most compelling stories, far exceeding preseason expectations. Iowa State, meanwhile, has quietly pieced together a strong season, aiming to defend its home turf and potentially play spoiler in the Big 12 race. CBS Sports’ analyst Chip Patterson likes the Cyclones, picking Kansas (+2.5) to cover as an underdog.

Saturday, November 4th, brings a full slate of high-stakes contests that will reverberate across the national landscape.

**Afternoon Blockbusters (3:30 p.m. ET)**

Three major matchups will command attention in the mid-afternoon window:

* **No. 12 Missouri (7-1) at No. 2 Georgia (8-0):** The undefeated Bulldogs, reigning national champions, host a surprisingly potent Missouri squad at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia, on CBS. Georgia opens as a heavy 14.5-point favorite, a testament to their dominance. However, Missouri’s dynamic offense, led by quarterback Brady Cook and receiver Luther Burden III, has propelled them to a top-15 ranking and makes this a critical SEC East clash. A Missouri victory would send shockwaves through the playoff rankings, while a Georgia win would further solidify their path to another SEC Championship. Chip Patterson suggests Missouri (+14.5) could keep this game closer than the spread implies.
* **No. 10 Oklahoma (7-1) at Oklahoma State (6-2):** One of college football’s most storied rivalries, the “Bedlam” series, takes center stage at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma, airing on ABC. This year’s edition holds extra significance as it could be one of the last Bedlam games for the foreseeable future with Oklahoma’s impending move to the SEC. The Sooners, coming off a tough loss, are favored by 6 points, but Oklahoma State has been on a tear, winning four straight, including an upset over Kansas State. Conference championship implications are massive for both Big 12 contenders. Patterson backs the Sooners, picking Oklahoma (-6) to cover.
* **No. 11 Penn State (7-1) at Maryland (5-3):** Big Ten East rivals clash at SECU Stadium in College Park, Maryland, on FOX. Penn State, seeking to keep pace in the division and maintain its outside playoff hopes after a recent loss to Ohio State, is favored by 8.5 points. Maryland, though coming off a couple of losses, is a dangerous team at home with a potent passing game. This is a must-win for the Nittany Lions to stay relevant in the Big Ten race. Patterson is confident in the Nittany Lions, picking Penn State (-8.5) against Maryland.
* **No. 24 Tulane (7-1) vs. East Carolina (2-6):** The Green Wave, a Group of Five powerhouse, travels to Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium in Greenville, North Carolina, for an AAC matchup on ESPN2. Tulane is a significant 17.5-point favorite as they look to continue their impressive run toward a potential New Year’s Six bowl bid. Patterson also supports the ranked favorite, picking Tulane (-17.5) to cover.

**Saturday Night Showdowns**

As the day turns to night, the stakes intensify with several high-profile matchups:

* **No. 20 USC (7-2) vs. No. 5 Washington (8-0):** A critical Pac-12 showdown with major College Football Playoff implications kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, California, on ABC. Washington, an undefeated Huskies squad led by Heisman-contending quarterback Michael Penix Jr., is favored by 3.5 points. USC, despite their ranking, has shown vulnerability, particularly on defense, but Heisman winner Caleb Williams always makes them a threat. This game could be a shootout and is pivotal for the Pac-12’s national standing in its final traditional season. Patterson sides with the Huskies, picking Washington (-3.5) over USC.
* **No. 8 Alabama (7-1) vs. No. 13 LSU (6-2):** A perennial SEC West clash, this rivalry game often decides the division. This year, it’s set for 7:45 p.m. ET at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, airing on CBS. Alabama, having recovered from an early-season loss, is favored by 3 points. LSU boasts one of the nation’s most explosive offenses, led by quarterback Jayden Daniels, and will look to challenge the Crimson Tide’s stout defense. The winner will hold the inside track to the SEC Championship game and keep their playoff hopes alive. Chip Patterson is betting on the underdog, picking LSU (+3) to cover against Alabama.
* **No. 15 Notre Dame (7-2) vs. Clemson (4-4):** Two traditional powerhouses meet at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Notre Dame is favored by 3 points against a struggling Clemson team that has uncharacteristically dropped four games this season. While neither team is in the playoff picture, this game is crucial for bowl positioning, recruiting momentum, and pride for both programs. Patterson likes the Fighting Irish, picking Notre Dame (-3) against Clemson.

**Betting Insights and Expert Picks**

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CBS Sports analyst Chip Patterson has provided his insights on several key matchups:
* **Oklahoma (-6)** to cover against Oklahoma State.
* **Kansas (+2.5)** as an underdog against Iowa State.
* **Missouri (+14.5)** to cover against Georgia.
* **LSU (+3)** to cover against Alabama.
* **Penn State (-8.5)** against Maryland.
* **Washington (-3.5)** over USC.
* **Notre Dame (-3)** against Clemson.
* **Tulane (-17.5)** facing East Carolina.
* For the Tennessee-UConn game, Patterson’s specific pick is **Tennessee -10.5 for the first half**, anticipating the Vols to dominate early against the massive underdog.

As the college football season enters its final stretch, Week 10 promises to deliver high drama, crucial upsets, and definitive statements from teams vying for conference championships and a spot in the College Football Playoff.

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