Free NCAA Pick: Bowling Green vs. Minnesota Odds
Looking for Bowling Green Falcons vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers free NCAA 2023 Quick Lane Bowl picks & NCAA odds? NCAA betting sees the Falcons taking on the Golden Gophers on Tuesday, December 26th at the Ford Field. Cappers Picks provides complimentary NCAA handicapping picks all season long including all NCAA Week 1 games so stay tuned for more FREE NCAA predictions like this Bowling Green Minnesota matchup.
2023 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: Quick Lane Bowl
(7-5) Bowling Green Falcons vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers (5-7)
2023 Quick Lane Bowl
Date: Tuesday, December 26th
Time: 2:00 ET
Venue: Ford Field, Detroit, MI
Quick Lane Bowl ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Bowling Green +4 | Minnesota -4
Quick Lane Bowl CFB Moneyline Odds: Bowling Green +155 | Minnesota -196
College Football Betting Total: O/U 38.5
The Falcons will be playing the Quick Lane Bowl for the 2nd year in a row, and all in all this is their 4th appearance in a bowl game at Ford Field thru the years.
This is their 15th all time bowl game.
Last season, Bowling Green and Minnesota did not face off head-to-head, but all time the series between these two schools is tied 2-2.
Who can forget the 2021 win at Minnesota’s Huntington Bank Stadium? This game wound up being the BIGGEST upset of the college football season. The Falcons were 31-point dogs that day.
Bowling Green Falcons
Bowling Green is coming off a 34-10 win over Western Michigan. The Falcons set the tone early in the game, leading by a score of 10-0 after the first quarter.
Against the spread, Bowling Green has gone 7-4 this season. The Falcons have been favored four times compared to seven games as the underdog.
Bowling Green has put together an over/under record of 7-4 throughout this season.
The average combined score in their games has been 49.8 points, and the standard over/under line has stood at 45.9 points.
Bowling Green Falcons Stats
Heading into their matchup vs. Minnesota, the Falcons’ offense is averaging 141.5 rushing yards per game, along with 4 yards per attempt. They currently hold the 86th rank in rushing yards and 107th rank in passing yards, amassing an average of 186.1 yards per game.
In terms of scoring, Bowling Green is at 26.3 points per game, which is 60th in the NCAA.
Bowling Green’s defense is ranked 167th in passing yards allowed per game as they prepare for this matchup. Opponents have attempted an average of 26.9 passing attempts against the Falcons.
They have given up 23.5 points per game so far, placing them 85th in college football. In the NCAA’s rush defense category, they are 59th.
In the passing game, the Falcons threw the ball 28 times for 228 and two scores against Western Michigan. On the ground, they averaged 4.7 yards per carry and finished with one rushing touchdown
Minnesota Golden Gophers
In Minnesota’s most recent loss to Wisconsin, the Golden Gophers faced a -21-point deficit going into the 4th and were unable to mount a comeback effort, falling 28-14.
Minnesota’s average scoring differential for the season is -6.8 leading to an ATS mark of 3-8. The Golden Gophers have been favored six times and the underdog in five games
In 12 games played, the average over/under line for Minnesota’s games has been set at 44.8 points.
These contests have seen an average combined score of 47.1 points, resulting in an OU record of 4-7.
Minnesota Golden Gophers Stats
In the rushing game, the Golden Gophers are currently 36th in college football with 456 attempts per game.
This has resulted in an average of 150.5 rushing yards per game, putting them 75th nationally. Their passing game has averaged 24.6 passes and 153.2 yards per game.
When it comes to scoring, they are 91st, averaging 20.2 points per game.
In the passing game, the Golden Gophers threw the ball 28 times for 167 and one score against Wisconsin. On the ground, they averaged 3.8 yards per carry and finished with one rushing touchdown
The Golden Gophers defense comes into the game with 23 sacks, and ranked 1st in QB hurries.
In terms of points allowed, they are giving up 26.9 points per game (104th). When it comes to defending the pass, they are ranked 85th in the NCAA, allowing an average of 219.2 passing yards per game.
Additionally, Minnesota’s run defense comes in allowing 154.9 rushing yards per contest.
Coach Fleck has demonstrated his ability to prepare for bowl games, with Minnesota holding a perfect 4-0 postseason record during his tenure. This track record suggests that they might just find a way to extend it to an impressive 5-0.
Bowling Green Falcons vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Falcons are 3-2 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Golden Gophers are 2-3 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Falcons are 7-3 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Golden Gophers have gone 3-7 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Falcons’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Golden Gophers’ have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last 3 games at home.
Bowling Green vs. Minnesota Line Movement
| Open-ML | Live-ML | Open-Spread | Live-Spread | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falcons | +184 | +155 | +5.5 | +4 |
| Golden Gophers | -225 | -196 | -5.5 | -4 |
4* Free 2023 Quick Lane Bowl NCAA Betting Prediction: Bowling Green +4
In the upcoming Quick Lane Bowl matchup between the Falcons and the Golden Gophers, let’s dive into the betting trends that offer valuable insights. Bowling Green has been a force, with a 5-1 ATS and 5-1 SU record in their last six games.
When playing as the underdog, they hold a respectable 4-2 ATS record, while Minnesota hasn’t enjoyed the same level of success lately, with a 1-4 ATS and 1-4 SU record in their last five games.
Even though I have Minnesota winning this one straight-up, I’d stick to the moneyline. Look for this to be a closer game than expected with Minnesota eventually pulling out a win over Bowling Green.
Minnesota has been dealing with turnovers in their passing game so far this year.
My point spread pick is to take Bowling Green to cover the spread at +4.
With the over/under line at 38.5, I’m backing the over for this game.
Minnesota games have produced an average combined score of 47.1 points, and I expect this game to go over 38.5.
Now, for those eyeing the total – over/under trends in this matchup, here’s the scoop. Bowling Green has seen the total go OVER in 4 of their last 5 games and a remarkable 8 of their last 11 games played in December.
On the flip side, when playing as the favorite, Minnesota has experienced the total going OVER in 4 of their last 5 games.
Quick Lane Bowl Game Picks
Keep checking us out for your weekly college football winners and free picks.
NCAA-F – Click Package to Purchase
Best Sportsbooks For Bowling Green Falcons vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Football Gambling Today!
MORE DETAILS
MORE DETAILS
MORE DETAILS
MORE DETAILS
MORE DETAILS
In Canada? Try Bodog!
Types of College Football Bets to make at our favorite Bowl Game Sportsbooks!
- College Football Pointspread
- College Football Straight Bet
- College Football Over/Under
- College Football Parlay
- College Football Teasers
- College Football Pleasers
- Buy NCAA Football Points
- NCAA Football Props
- NCAA Football Futures
- NCAA Football Reverse Wagers
- NCAA Football Action Points
- NCAA 1/2 Time Bets
- National Championship Futures
Bowling Green Falcons vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers NCAA Betting Tweet Of The Day
📍 Motor City#RTB #SkiUMah #Gophers | @quicklanebowl pic.twitter.com/6ugaMMty6x
— Minnesota Football (@GopherFootball) December 22, 2023
If you’re looking for more NCAA picks like this Bowling Green Falcons vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers matchup we’ll be providing 4* free NCAA predictions on the blog all season long, and check out our Experts for guaranteed premium & free NCAA Football picks!
Register here for a FREE College Football Betting Account Now for Daily Free Picks & More Special NCAA Offers!
