College football picks today: Week 9 Thursday best bets include Florida Atlantic vs. North Texas play [10/29/2026]

Florida Atlantic vs. North Texas Under 65.5 points (+270)

• Edge: 6.4%
• Probability: 33.4%
• Matchup: Florida Atlantic vs. North Texas (7:30PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Under 65.5 points in Florida Atlantic vs. North Texas at 27¢ odds. A 33.4% probability produces an edge of 6.4%, making this the strongest play for today's college football slate.

Troy vs. James Madison Over 52.5 points (+133)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 45.8%
• Matchup: Troy vs. James Madison (7:30PM ET)

Troy vs. James Madison over 52.5 points carries a 2.8% edge and a probability of 45.8% at 43¢ odds, according to our model.

Morgan State ML (33¢)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 35.6%
• Matchup: South Carolina State vs. Morgan State (7:00PM ET)

Morgan State ML at 33¢ odds shows a 2.6% edge, supported by a 35.6% probability in simulations.

NCAAF best bets summary: Thursday, 10/29/2026

As of 8:03AM ET, here are our top college football bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming college football games to bet on now

• South Carolina State vs. Morgan State (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Troy vs. James Madison (7:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Florida Atlantic vs. North Texas (7:30PM ET, Thursday)

College football offer for Week 9

Make the most of the picks in this article, including Under 65.5 points, with the Bet365 Sportsbook offer below:

Conclusion

Our college football best bets are locked and loaded for October 29, 2026, featuring plays such as under 65.5 points in the Florida Atlantic vs. North Texas matchup and over 52.5 points in the Troy vs. James Madison matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.