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USC/CAL: Betting Lines, Matchup Predictor

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USC Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams (13) throws the ball against the California Golden Bears in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

The No. 24 USC Trojans (6-2, 4-1) are off to Berkeley, California for a 5 PM PT matchup with the University of California. The Golden Bears (3-4) are coming off back-to-back losses just as the Trojans are.

Here is a detailed look at various information on betting odds in the game and popular predictions around college football media.

Betting Lines

Spread: USC -10 / Cal +10

Over/Under: 66.5 points

Money Line: USC -400 / Cal +10

A 10-point favorite on the road, the Vegas odds are feeling good about USC having a get right game to put themselves back in position to make a run for the conference title game. With the total set at 66.5, the odds makers are envisioning a final score around 38-28 with the Trojans on top. What makes this interesting is that the Trojans are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread. They are also 0-3 in their road games against the spread. One bet you can likely rely is hitting the over. The totals have gone OVER in all 5 of Trojans’ last 5 games.

ESPN Matchup Predictor

ESPN’s Matchup Predictor is siding with the Trojans today, giving the Trojans a 73.4% chance to beat the Bears.

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