College football picks today: Week 2 Saturday best bets include Albany NY vs. Long Island University play [9/12/2026]

Albany NY -2 (+100)

• Edge: 12.5%
• Probability: 62.5%
• Matchup: Albany NY vs. Long Island University (12:00PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Albany NY -2 at +100 odds. A 62.5% probability produces an edge of 12.5%, making this the strongest play for today's college football slate.

Albany NY ML (-131)

• Edge: 8.2%
• Probability: 64.9%
• Matchup: Albany NY vs. Long Island University (12:00PM ET)

Albany NY ML carries an 8.2% edge and a probability of 64.9% at -131 odds, according to our model.

Marist +14 (+100)

• Edge: 7.6%
• Probability: 57.6%
• Matchup: Marist vs. Lafayette (12:30PM ET)

Marist +14 vs. Lafayette at +100 odds shows a 7.6% edge, supported by a 57.6% probability in simulations.

Coastal Carolina -31.5 (-105)

• Edge: 5.2%
• Probability: 56.5%
• Matchup: Fordham vs. Coastal Carolina (7:30PM ET)

A 5.2% edge and 56.5% probability makes Coastal Carolina -31.5 vs. Fordham a value play in the Fordham vs. Coastal Carolina matchup, per our model.

Alabama State +22.5 (-108)

• Edge: 4.9%
• Probability: 56.8%
• Matchup: Alabama State vs. Troy (4:00PM ET)

Alabama State +22.5 at -108 odds presents a 4.9% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 56.8%.

Iowa State vs. Iowa Over 41.5 points (-102)

• Edge: 4.8%
• Probability: 55.3%
• Matchup: Iowa State vs. Iowa (7:30PM ET)

Our model finds value on Over 41.5 points in Iowa State vs. Iowa at -102 odds, supported by an edge of 4.8%.

Howard +58.5 (-110)

• Edge: 4.8%
• Probability: 57.2%
• Matchup: Howard vs. Indiana (12:00PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Howard +58.5 at -110 odds. A 57.2% probability produces a 4.8% edge, making this a strong play for today's college football action.

Michigan +6 (-115)

• Edge: 4.8%
• Probability: 58.2%
• Matchup: Oklahoma vs. Michigan (12:00PM ET)

A 4.8% edge on a 58.2% probability makes Michigan +6 at -115 odds a solid value play in today's Oklahoma vs. Michigan matchup.

Weber State +38 (-110)

• Edge: 4.6%
• Probability: 57%
• Matchup: Weber State vs. Colorado (3:30PM ET)

Our model projects value on Weber State +38 at -110 odds. A 57% probability produces a 4.6% edge, making Weber State the favorable side in today's matchup.

Cal Poly +20.5 (-102)

• Edge: 4.6%
• Probability: 55.1%
• Matchup: Howard vs. Indiana (9:00PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Cal Poly +20.5 at -102 odds shows a 55.1% probability and a 4.6% edge.

NCAAF best bets summary: Saturday, 9/12/2026

As of 11:02AM ET, here are our top college football bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming college football games to bet on now

• Oregon vs. Oklahoma State (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Arizona State vs. Texas A&M (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Old Dominion vs. Virginia Tech (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Wake Forest vs. Purdue (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• South Florida vs. Army (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Penn State vs. Temple (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Washington State vs. Kansas State (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• East Tennessee State vs. North Carolina (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Appalachian State vs. East Carolina (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Wofford vs. Kent State (12:00PM ET, Saturday)

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Conclusion

Our college football best bets are locked and loaded for September 12, 2026, featuring plays such as Albany NY -2 vs. Long Island University and Albany NY ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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