Thirteen of those victories were decided by at least two scores.

Alabama has dominated the modern history of this series, ripping off 15-straight wins against the Volunteers from 2007-15. 11 Alabama (-9): The 'Third Saturday in October' finally has some life again. Penn State hasn't beaten the Buckeyes since 2016 and hasn't won in Columbus since 2011.This will also be Penn State's first real test after it won each of its first six games by an average of 36.3 points. The loser won't be mathematically eliminated from either but will have a hard path that includes Michigan. Beyond that, it'll be in the driver's seat for a College Football Playoff berth. The winner gets a head start in a heated Big Ten East scramble. 3 Ohio State (-4.5): While this rivalry doesn't get as much attention as Ohio State's annual game against Michigan, it should be as important. This will be Florida State's first game against a ranked opponent since its season-opening win against LSU.īetting lines for those impact games and other key matchups in Week 8 were released on Sunday, so let's take a look at how the oddsmakers see the weekend shaking out. 4 Florida State face off as two of the three ACC teams still undefeated in conference play. The Volunteers are trying to stay afloat in the SEC East race after a loss to Florida earlier in the season, while the Crimson Tide are unblemished in conference play and trying to hold serve in the West.Ī lot is on the line in the ACC, too. 11 Alabama in a rematch of one of 2022's most exciting games. 17 Tennessee hits the road to take on No. The Big Ten East foes are meeting as top-10 teams for the first time since 2019.

Four AP Top 25 matchups are on the docket for Week 8. The 2023 college football season has officially reached its midway point, which means that the College Football Playoff scene and conference races around the nation are gaining clarity.

College football betting lines odds