CFB Best Bets - Saturday, 11/14: Expert Picks, Predictions & Player Props

The 2026 college football season rolls on with a loaded Saturday slate, and it’s time to lock in our CFB best bets today before the action gets underway. Below are our college football picks, predictions and player props for the Week 11 slate on Saturday, November 14. Without further ado, let’s jump into this week’s top CFB predictions.

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CFB Picks, Predictions & Best Bets: Saturday, 11/14

Our CFB best bets today start with a Top 25 Big 12 matchup between Utah and Arizona. Plus, Notre Dame hosts Boston College in another intriguing spot. Check out more CFB picks and player props below for the rest of Saturday’s action. Good luck!

Utah vs. Arizona Prediction: Saturday, November 14

Utah’s unbeaten season continues after last week’s rivalry win over BYU. Can the Utes keep it going on the road against a Top 25 Arizona squad? They could be on upset watch, but we’re targeting the total for our CFB best bets today.

Arizona boasts a potent offense that will test Utah this week. The Wildcats average 34.2 points per game and rank 18th nationally in total offense. Quarterback Noah Fifita leads a dangerous air attack that ranks 11th in EPA/Pass and 14th in passing success rate.

Fifita will be the best quarterback Utah’s defense has seen this season. The Utes have benefited from facing lower-tier Big 12 offenses so far, which has boosted their overall defensive numbers. They did face Houston and BYU, but both games came at home.

On the road, Utah’s defense has struggled. The Utes allowed 456 total yards and 25 points to Cincinnati, and 394 total yards and 24 points to Colorado in their last two road games. Arizona has a better offense than both. The Wildcats have scored 30+ points in four of five home games this season, with 29 points in the lone outlier.

Meanwhile, Utah can also move the ball and score its fair share. The Utes average 37.7 PPG and rank 14th in total offense. Arizona’s defense struggles to stop the run, ranking 89th nationally in defensive EPA/Rush, which could be trouble against Utah’s run-heavy attack. The Utes rank 19th in EPA/Rush and 14th in offensive success rate overall.

This has the makings of an offensive shootout. Both teams could score 30-35 points apiece, which would push this comfortably over the total. The over is 5-2 in Arizona’s last seven games and 4-2 in Utah’s last six, including 3-0 on the road.

Best Bet: Utah vs. Arizona – Over 52.5 Total Points (-135 on BetMGM Sportsbook)

Boston College vs. Notre Dame Prediction: Saturday, November 14

Next up, Notre Dame hosts Boston College on Saturday. The Irish are coming off a huge win over Miami (FL) last week and are now massive home favorites against BC. Our pick is on the underdog.

First off, this is a prime letdown spot for Notre Dame. Last week’s victory over Miami was one of the biggest in recent program history. The Irish avenged last year’s loss to the Hurricanes that helped keep them out of the Playoff, and this win has all but punched Notre Dame’s ticket into the bracket.

The letdown potential is very real. Can you blame Notre Dame for not being as motivated against an average Boston College team after last week’s monumental win? That game was also a battle deep into the fourth quarter. Plus, it’s a sandwich spot, with the Irish facing SMU next.

Don’t be surprised if Notre Dame, which should win easily, takes its foot off the gas in the second half. The Irish don’t need style points to impress the committee. They’re up to No. 5 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings and should be safely in the bracket. Notre Dame would also be smart to pull its starters early to keep them healthy for SMU.

On paper, Boston College is severely overmatched, hence the large spread. Admittedly, there aren’t many arguments for backing the Eagles against one of the best teams in the country. However, there are a couple of angles worth considering.

The huge spread is definitely a factor. At its best, Notre Dame could win this game by 40-50 points, but as explained above, the motivation to do so won’t be there. Plus, head coach Bill O’Brien is 8-0 ATS with Boston College as an underdog of more than two touchdowns, covering those spreads by nearly 14 points per game on average. That includes a 5-0 ATS mark as a road double-digit underdog.

Boston College’s defense is also respectable in a few areas. The Eagles rank 46th nationally in adjusted defensive EPA/Play. Their pass defense is solid, ranking 31st in passing yards allowed per game and 38th in defensive EPA/Pass. That should keep Notre Dame on the ground and shorten the game, which naturally favors the big underdog.

Best Bet: Boston College +30.5 (-120 on FanDuel Sportsbook)

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CFB Best Bets Today FAQ

What are the best CFB bets today?

Our top college football best bets for Saturday, November 14, are Utah vs. Arizona Over 52.5 total points (-135 on BetMGM) and Boston College +30.5 (-120 on FanDuel).

What is the Utah vs. Arizona prediction?

The pick is the Over 52.5. Utah’s defense has struggled on the road, Arizona’s run defense ranks 89th in EPA/Rush, and the over is 3-0 in Utah’s last three road games.

Will Boston College cover against Notre Dame?

We like Boston College +30.5. Notre Dame is in a letdown and sandwich spot between Miami and SMU, and Bill O’Brien is 8-0 ATS with BC as an underdog of more than two touchdowns.

What are the best college football player props today?

Our top CFB player props are Jaylen Raynor 200+ passing yards (-140 on BetMGM) and Jeremiah Smith 125+ receiving yards (+105 on BetMGM).