The SMU Mustangs are double-digit favorites (-11) in this season’s Wasabi Fenway Bowl, where they will oppose the Boston College Eagles. The game kicks off at 11:00 AM ET on December 28, 2023, airing on ESPN from Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. An over/under of 50.5 points has been set for the outing.
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SMU vs. Boston College Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMU | -11 | -110 | -110 | 50.5 | -112 | -108 |
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Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| SMU (-11) | Over (50.5) | SMU 37 Boston College 18 |
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Team Stat Comparison
| SMU | Boston College | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 40.6 (4) | 25.0 (85) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 17.4 (15) | 29.5 (91) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 9 (24) | 15 (92) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 11 (87) | 12 (73) |
SMU vs. Boston College Betting Insights
SMU Stats and Trends
- SMU has put together an 8-5-0 record against the spread this season.
- The Mustangs have covered the spread seven times this season (7-2 ATS) when playing as at least 11-point favorites.
- SMU and its opponent have combined to hit the over six out of 13 times this season.
- In nine games this season, the Mustangs and their opponents have scored more than 50.5 total points.
- SMU has an average total of 57.9 in their contests this year, 7.4 more points than this game’s over/under.
Boston College Stats and Trends
- Boston College has compiled a 4-8-0 record against the spread this season.
- The Eagles have covered the spread once this season (1-1 ATS) when playing as at least 11-point underdogs.
- In Boston College’s 12 contests this season, the combined scoring has gone over the point total nine times.
- The Eagles have played nine games this season that finished with a combined score over 50.5 points.
- The average over/under for BC’s matchups this season is 49.9, 0.6 fewer points than this game’s point total.
SMU Players to Watch
- This year, Preston Stone has racked up 3,204 passing yards (267.0 yards per game) while going 206-for-344 (59.9% completion percentage) and throwing 28 touchdowns and six interceptions. He has added 198 rushing yards on 62 carries with four touchdowns, averaging 16.5 yards per game.
- Jaylan Knighton has 128 carries for a team-high 720 rushing yards (65.5 per game) and seven touchdowns.
- LJ Johnson Jr. has 544 yards on 101 carries (49.5 ypg), with three rushing touchdowns.
- RJ Maryland has grabbed 34 passes for a team-high 518 yards with seven touchdowns. He averages 47.1 yards per game.
- Jake Bailey has chipped in with 36 receptions for 474 yards.
- Kelvontay Dixon has 420 receiving yards on 24 receptions, with four touchdowns, averaging 42.0 yards per game.
Boston College Players to Watch
- Thomas Castellanos leads the team with 2,168 passing yards (180.7 yards per game) and has a 57.1% completion percentage this year (178-of-312) while throwing 15 touchdowns with 13 interceptions. He also has 957 rushing yards on 194 carries with 11 touchdowns, averaging 79.8 yards per game.
- Kye Robichaux has 691 yards on 150 carries (69.1 ypg), with seven rushing touchdowns.
- Lewis Bond has hauled in 48 receptions for 611 yards, best on his team, and seven touchdowns. He averages 50.9 receiving yards per game.
- Joseph Griffin Jr. has contributed with 345 yards (on 25 catches) and one touchdown.
- Dino Tomlin has caught 24 passes for 312 yards, averaging 34.7 yards per game this year.
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