California vs. Southern Methodist: College Football Week 8 Prediction, Picks & Odds

California vs. Southern Methodist: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: College Football Week 8

• Teams: California vs. Southern Methodist
• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Time: 12:00PM ET
• Venue: Gerald J. Ford Stadium

Current betting odds

• Spread: California (+16.5, +135), Southern Methodist (-16.5, -153)
• Moneyline: California +900, Southern Methodist -1011
• Total (Over/Under): 55.5 points (-105/-115)

Dimers’ win probabilities

• California: 8.5%
• Southern Methodist: 91.5%

These probabilities come from two machine learning models that assess more than 100 data points for each college football matchup, combining their outputs to project all our major betting markets.

Projected final score

Our predicted final score for this college football matchup is California 17-37 Southern Methodist.

This prediction draws on each team's scoring trends and player stats, weighed across both of our data models

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

The numbers give the California a win probability of 8.5%, while the Southern Methodist have a win probability of 91.5%.

Summary

California faces off against Southern Methodist in college football action at Gerald J. Ford Stadium on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

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