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Read Article College football picks today: Week 0 Friday best bets include Idaho vs. Cal Poly play [8/28/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get college football picks and best bets for Friday, August 28, 2026.
Today’s college football picks for August 28, 2026 are here, with Idaho vs. Cal Poly among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s college football play.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, scanning the latest football odds to discover real betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of college football picks tonight [8/28, updated 8:39PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s college football best bets, ranked by edge for Friday, August 28, 2026.
Cal Poly +6 (-110)
- Edge: 11.3%
- Probability: 63.7%
- Matchup: Idaho vs. Cal Poly (10:00PM ET)
Our model has identified value on Cal Poly +6 at -110 odds. A 63.7% probability produces an edge of 11.3%, making this the strongest play for today's college football slate.
Cal Poly ML (+175)
- Edge: 10.3%
- Probability: 46.7%
- Matchup: Idaho vs. Cal Poly (10:00PM ET)
Cal Poly ML carries a 10.3% edge and a probability of 46.7% at +175 odds, according to our model.
Weber State +3.5 (-116)
- Edge: 4.7%
- Probability: 58.5%
- Matchup: Weber State vs. Northern Colorado (9:00PM ET)
Weber State +3.5 vs. Northern Colorado at -116 odds shows a 4.7% edge, supported by a 58.5% probability in simulations.
Weber State ML (+130)
- Edge: 2.6%
- Probability: 46%
- Matchup: Weber State vs. Northern Colorado (9:00PM ET)
A 2.6% edge and 46% probability makes Weber State at the moneyline a value play in the Weber State vs. Northern Colorado matchup, per our model.
NCAAF best bets summary: Friday, 8/28/2026
As of 8:39PM ET, here are our top college football bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho vs. Cal Poly | Cal Poly +6 | -110 @ Caesars | 11.3% | 63.7% |
| Idaho vs. Cal Poly | Cal Poly ML | +175 @ ESPN BET | 10.3% | 46.7% |
| Weber State vs. Northern Colorado | Weber State +3.5 | -116 @ Fanatics | 4.7% | 58.5% |
| Weber State vs. Northern Colorado | Weber State ML | +130 @ ESPN BET | 2.6% | 46% |
List of upcoming college football games to bet on now
- Weber State vs. Northern Colorado (9:00PM ET, Friday)
- Idaho vs. Cal Poly (10:00PM ET, Friday)
- North Carolina vs. TCU (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
- Robert Morris vs. Wagner (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
- Central Connecticut State vs. South Dakota (2:00PM ET, Saturday)
- San Jose State vs. Southern California (3:00PM ET, Saturday)
- Southern University vs. Alabama State (3:00PM ET, Saturday)
- UC Davis vs. Portland State (3:00PM ET, Saturday)
- North Carolina State vs. Virginia (3:30PM ET, Saturday)
- Lehigh vs. Holy Cross (3:30PM ET, Saturday)
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Our college football best bets are locked and loaded for August 28, 2026, featuring plays such as Cal Poly +6 vs. Idaho and Cal Poly ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
Our predictions are rooted in current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our Responsible Gambling hub.
All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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