San Jose State Spartans (SJSU)
American Football NCAAF LA Memorial Coliseum Sat 29 Aug 15:00
Southern California Trojans (USC)
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College Football Betting Preview: San Jose State vs USC

San Jose State square off against USC at LA Memorial Coliseum, with kickoff scheduled for 15:00 on Saturday, August 29.

Why is the Total Line so Big?

We’ve identified a betting angle for USC vs San Jose State on the totals. Our prediction is Under 61.5 points which can be backed at odds of -114.

USC 56-28 Victory in Previous H2H Meeting

San Jose State Spartans lost when they last took to the field. At CEFCU Stadium, they were turned over 41-14 at home to Fresno State Bulldogs.

USC Trojans were beaten last game and this was at Alamodome. TCU Horned Frogs claimed a 30-27 win.

Head-to-Head Statistics

USC won the last matchup between the pair. Enjoying a 56-28 triumph when facing San Jose State at LA Memorial Coliseum.

San Jose State vs USC Prediction & Picks

Get ready for San Jose State vs USC with all the betting angles covered, from an expert match prediction and correct score advice to player props and a custom bet builder.

Game Prediction

Under 61.5 points looks like an attractive total wager. The teams might not be able to reach this combined amount and we can profit with this college football pick at -114.

We put solid research behind every CFB pick, starting with recent form and a clear read on injuries. From there, key stats and advanced metrics help complete the picture and support smarter betting decisions.

Key San Jose State vs USC stats:

  • The 61.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 San Jose State games on the road.
  • The 61.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 San Jose State games.
  • The 61.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 San Jose State games.
  • The 61.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 USC games at home.
  • The 61.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 USC games.
  • The 61.5 line hasn’t been covered in 12 of the last 20 USC games.

Under 61.5 Probability

According to the best betting apps, our pick has a 53.2% chance of winning. However, we have this figure at close to 60% based on our in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college bet.

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Our Game Prediction
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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Jayden Maiava Anytime TD -149 BetMGM logo

Jayden Maiava (USC) is available at -149 to score a TD. Based on all the evidence, we're happy to back him to punch it in on the Anytime Touchdown Scorer market.

Latest Jayden Maiava Player Prop Odds

Zacharyus Williams Under 33.5 Receiving Yards -114 BetMGM logo

You can back Zacharyus Williams (USC) at -114 to end with fewer than 33.5 receiving yards. He could struggle to reach the Player Receiving Yards line, making this prop bet highly appealing.

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Same Game Parlay Picks

Totals Under 61.5
Spread San Jose State +38.5
Anytime Touchdown Jayden Maiava

We’ve loaded up a same game parlay with the combined picks of Under 61.5, San Jose State +38.5 and Jayden Maiava (USC) to record a touchdown.

We recommend a same game parlay as it’s a great way of betting on a single event. Many football bettors like to create a personalised wager which reflects their predictions for how a game is going to play out.

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Correct Score Prediction

San Jose State San Jose State logo 13 - 45 USC logo USC

There’s a massive payout on the cards should you correctly predict the correct score. We’re siding with the Trojans to enjoy a 45-13 victory which will hopefully go close.

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San Jose State vs USC Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Books Not Prepared to Lay USC

Some sportsbooks won’t be offering Moneyline wagering for this college game considering San Jose State are massive underdogs. Many bettors like to consider the Spread as an alternative, with this suiting all types of bankroll.

The current spread is 38.5 and the total points line is 61.5. There are many ways to wager on football including the Totals. Those expecting a low total can back Under 61.5 at -114.

Make sure to explore all angles before placing your college football bets. The top sportsbooks offer a wide range of game lines and team props and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the matchup.

King Miller Favorite to Be First Touchdown Scorer

There’s the chance to back King Miller at +360 to be the First Touchdown Scorer. He’s the favorite and available at similar odds to record the last TD instead.

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Can USC Make It Another Home Victory?

USC have strung together seven in a row at LA Memorial Coliseum. They are 9-1 in their last 10 home games, averaging 40.60 points on offense and surrendering 21.40 on defense.

San Jose State have come up short in their last six on the road. They have one win and nine losses in the last 10 road games, putting up 21.20 points per matchup and giving up 34.40.

USC beat San Jose State 56-28 when the teams last met at LA Memorial Coliseum.

Last 10 Games W-L P PF PA O61.5 U61.5
USC logo USC Home Stats 9-1 62.00 40.60 21.40 5 5
San Jose State logo San Jose State Away Stats 1-9 55.60 21.20 34.40 3 7
  • W-L = Wins-Losses
  • P = Avg. Points
  • PF = Avg. Points For
  • PA = Avg. Points Against
  • O61.5 = Games Over 61.5 Points
  • U61.5 = Games Under 61.5 Points
Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

San Jose State Spartans logo San Jose State Spartans Stats
USC logo USC Stats
Moneyline
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 home games
Point Spread
Point Spread
Total Points
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