“Bear Bets” are real wagers that Chris “The Bear” Fallica is actually making.
2024 College Football Week 6 predictions are here!
Continuing the tradition from last year, Chris will provide weekly picks and host a gambling show.
He is excited to share his top football bets and insightful gambling nuggets (Bear Bytes) throughout the season.
For those eager to place some bets on the significant games, he has valuable insights.
Let’s enjoy the games and aim for some profitable outcomes.
Here are his favorite wagers for Week 6.
Record
Last Week: 1-5
Season: 10-19
(All times ET)
Saturday, Oct. 5
Wake Forest @ NC State (noon, CW Network)
NC State secured a win against NIU last week but managed only 171 yards, benefitting from a plus-4 turnover margin and a non-offensive touchdown. Wake Forest stands at 1-3, with two losses by a mere four points against teams of similar caliber, Virginia and UL Lafayette. A six-point spread could be in play, as it seems plausible.
Iowa @ No. 3 Ohio State (3:30 p.m., CBS)
Iowa has faced three ranked teams recently and has been shut out in those matchups. If the Hawkeyes fall behind, they lack the tools to mount a comeback. Ohio State boasts playmakers across the board and is expected to score heavily before their upcoming game at Autzen next week.
Auburn @ No. 5 Georgia (3:30 p.m., ABC)
Auburn’s offense has been riddled with turnovers, and facing a motivated Georgia team, their prospects look grim. In the last seven matchups against Georgia away from Jordan-Hare, Auburn has scored only four touchdowns. Will they manage to score two in this game?
No. 23 Indiana @ Northwestern (3:30 p.m, BTN)
Northwestern’s offense has been difficult to watch, but local expert Sammy P warns about the wind coming off Lake Michigan this week. The forecast suggests stronger winds that could disrupt Indiana’s passing game at this makeshift stadium, which offers little protection from the weather.
No. 4 Tennessee @ Arkansas (7:30 p.m., ABC)
Arkansas could have an undefeated record. They lost a close match in Stillwater and another to A&M last week. If the Razorbacks can protect Taylon Green, they might stay competitive. Observing Tennessee after a week off and an emotional win against Oklahoma, where their offense struggled, will be intriguing. A 14-point spread would be ideal, but deadlines are deadlines.
No. 11 USC @ Minnesota (7:30 p.m, BTN)
This game could prove challenging for the Trojans, especially with Penn State looming next week. Lincoln Riley’s teams have often struggled as road favorites. While Minnesota’s offense is limited, they might apply pressure on Miller Moss, making things uncomfortable for USC. Regret lingers over not taking the nine-point spread earlier in the week.
Duke @ Georgia Tech (8 p.m, ACC Network)
Duke stands at 5-0, but they’ve faced their share of challenges. A double overtime victory at Northwestern, a narrow win against UConn, and a 20-point comeback against North Carolina highlight their season. Eventually, luck may shift. Georgia Tech has been off since a close loss at Louisville, which was closer than the score suggested. Having laid 7 earlier in the week, he still feels confident about the Jackets covering as long as it remains under 10.
UNDERDOGS TO PLAY ON THE MONEYLINE
Syracuse +200
Wake Forest +180
Minnesota +260