The College Football Playoff First Round kicks off on December 20th, 2025 and we have four picks for you in this one.
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Alabama vs Oklahoma
Alabama has a strong passing offense this season. They rank 10th in passing yards with 3,551 yards. This could be a big factor against Oklahoma, which has a defense that allows points.
Oklahoma’s defense has performed well in sacks, leading the rankings with 42. However, Alabama’s offensive line has protected the quarterback well, allowing them to accumulate high passing yards. This match-up will test Oklahoma’s ability to contain the Alabama offense.
The total for this game is set at 40.5 points. With Alabama’s high-scoring potential and Oklahoma’s defensive strength in key areas, the total points might stay low. The teams have shown they can both score and defend, making the under a good bet.
- Pick: Under 40.5 points
Miami vs Texas A&M
The Miami Hurricanes have a strong passing game. They ranked 21st in passing yards this season. Their defense is also solid, with 34 sacks and 12 interceptions.
Texas A&M has a good defense too. They are ranked 2nd in sacks this season. However, their offense might struggle against Miami’s defense.
The game is expected to be close, but Miami has a slight edge. With their strong passing game and defense, they can cover the spread. Betting on Miami +3.5 seems like a smart choice.
- Pick: Miami +3.5
Tulane vs Ole Miss
The Ole Miss Rebels have a strong offense. They rank 13th in points for this season. With 447 points scored, they have been hard to stop.
Tulane’s defense has struggled. They rank 103rd in points against. This could make it tough for them to keep the game close against Ole Miss.
The point spread is set at 17.5 in favor of Ole Miss. Given their offensive strength and Tulane’s defensive struggles, Ole Miss covering the spread is likely. Ole Miss’s ability to score and Tulane’s challenges in stopping opponents make this a solid pick.
- Pick: Ole Miss -17.5
James Madison vs. Oregon
The game between James Madison and Oregon has a large spread of 21.5 points in favor of Oregon. This spread suggests a significant difference in team performance. Given the stats, this spread looks reasonable for the matchup.
James Madison ranks 8th in points scored this season. They have a strong rushing offense, ranked 4th, but their passing game is only 75th. On defense, they are good at sacks, ranked 7th, and interceptions, ranked 13th.
Oregon has a well-balanced offense with the 11th rank in points scored. They have a solid defense, ranked 59th in points against, and 20th in sacks. Considering these stats, picking Oregon to cover the spread looks like a good choice.
- Pick: Oregon -21.5
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