Black Friday College Football Picks: Best Bets & Predictions for Nov. 28
By John Hyslop in College Football
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- We’re looking at a loaded Black Friday College Football slate for Friday, November 28
- It was hard to narrow down the list of bangers to two, but somehow we did it
- See below for the two bets that will stuff our pockets full of cash today
We made it through Thanksgiving, but honestly, I don’t think we bet enough football. I mean, when we think about it, we only had three games. Three incredible games, but still only three.
Lucky for us, there are a million college football games on today, so we can just pick right back up where we left off. What’s even better is that the sportsbooks left us a few Black Friday deals.
When I saw some of these lines, I couldn’t believe my eyes. Retailers aren’t the only ones with discounts this year. Frankly, it’s about time. Here are the two best Black Friday sales in the market right now.
Black Friday College Football Picks
All odds as of Nov. 27 from FanDuel. Claim the FanDuel promo code to sign up and tail our picks.
- BETMGM SPORTSBOOK
USE CODE SBD1500 & GET $1,500 BACK IN BONUS BETS
- BET365 SPORTSBOOK
BET $5 & GET $150 IN BONUS BETS WITH CODE DIME365
- FANATICS SPORTSBOOK
BET & GET UP TO $2,000 IN FANCASH
- DRAFTKINGS SPORTSBOOK
BET $5 & GET $200 IN BONUS BETS IF YOUR BET WINS + 3 MONTHS OF NBA LEAGUE PASS
- FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK
BET $5 & GET $150 IF YOUR BET WINS
- CAESARS SPORTSBOOK
USE CODE SBD20X & BET $1 TO DOUBLE THE WINNINGS ON YOUR FIRST 20 WAGERS!
- ESPN BET SPORTSBOOK
USE CODE DIME TO UNLOCK BET $10, GET $100 BONUS & ESPN+
DRAFTKINGS SPORTSBOOK T&Cs: GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).
BET365 SPORTSBOOK T&Cs: Minimum $10 deposit required. Minimum odds -500 of greater. Bonus Bets wager excluded from returns. T&Cs, time limits and exclusions apply. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL OR TEXT 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ/CO/IL/IN/KS/KY/LA/MD/NC/NJ/OH/PA/TN/VA) or 1-800-BETS OFF (IA). 21+ only (18+ KY).
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK T&Cs: Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US), Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. See BetMGM.com for Terms. First Bet Offer for new customers only (if applicable). Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. This promotional offer is not available in DC, MS, NY, NV, ON, or PR.
Black Friday College Football Pick #1 – No Points in Lincoln
Iowa is heading to Lincoln, Nebraska, to see the Cornhuskers, and we all know what that means. We can expect a game played at a snail’s pace with a bunch of guys slamming into each other all day, producing plays of three or four yards. It’s a tradition like no other.
The thing about this year’s game is the fact that Iowa’s pass game won’t be slowed by just Iowa this time around.
I know it’s only been a couple of years, but it feels like the low-scoring games between these two teams have been going on forever. Each of their last two meetings has ended 13-10, which is actually hard to believe given the way football is played these days. First quarters can end 13-10, not games.
But for us, “over people”, I hate to report that this thing will be yet another offensive struggle. This game will be played on the ground, as both teams boast a top 10 pass defense in terms of pass yards per attempt. We can expect long drives that take all day and go nowhere. It is what it is, people. If we’re going to sit through something like that, we might as well get paid. Feels right.
- The Bet: Iowa/Nebraska Under 38.5 (-105) at FanDuel

Black Friday College Football Pick #2 – Utah State Doesn’t Lose At Home
Home is where the heart is. Everyone knows that. I’ve seen it on a bumper sticker before, so you know it’s legit. People say it all the time, and when some people say it, they’re referring to the Utah State football team. These Aggie kids haven’t lost at home all season long, so it makes sense.
And now, the seniors get one last chance to bundle somebody in front of the home fans.
Just like with every other football team in the world, Utah State starts with its quarterback, Bryson Barnes. Picture a modern-day Russ Holliday, but without the attitude. We’re talking dual-threat, with the heart of a lion. He’s thrown 18 touchdowns this season with only four picks. He’s the kind of kid we should be betting on.
Now, looking at the Boise State sideline, we have the exact opposite situation. Their starter, Maddux Madsen, is out. He’s been out for almost three full games now, and the Broncos are 1-2 in that span. Their lone win came at home against an extremely weak Colorado State team (no offense, Rams). The idea that Boise is even favored in this game is laughable. Talk about a Black Friday deal.
- The Bet: Utah State +3.5 (-105) at FanDuel
- BETMGM SPORTSBOOK
USE CODE SBD1500 & GET $1,500 BACK IN BONUS BETS
- BET365 SPORTSBOOK
BET $5 & GET $150 IN BONUS BETS WITH CODE DIME365
- FANATICS SPORTSBOOK
BET & GET UP TO $2,000 IN FANCASH
- DRAFTKINGS SPORTSBOOK
BET $5 & GET $200 IN BONUS BETS IF YOUR BET WINS + 3 MONTHS OF NBA LEAGUE PASS
- FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK
BET $5 & GET $150 IF YOUR BET WINS
- CAESARS SPORTSBOOK
USE CODE SBD20X & BET $1 TO DOUBLE THE WINNINGS ON YOUR FIRST 20 WAGERS!
- ESPN BET SPORTSBOOK
USE CODE DIME TO UNLOCK BET $10, GET $100 BONUS & ESPN+
DRAFTKINGS SPORTSBOOK T&Cs: GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).
BET365 SPORTSBOOK T&Cs: Minimum $10 deposit required. Minimum odds -500 of greater. Bonus Bets wager excluded from returns. T&Cs, time limits and exclusions apply. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL OR TEXT 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ/CO/IL/IN/KS/KY/LA/MD/NC/NJ/OH/PA/TN/VA) or 1-800-BETS OFF (IA). 21+ only (18+ KY).
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK T&Cs: Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US), Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). 21+ only. Please Gamble Responsibly. See BetMGM.com for Terms. First Bet Offer for new customers only (if applicable). Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. This promotional offer is not available in DC, MS, NY, NV, ON, or PR.
John has spent the past 20+ years betting sports on a daily basis and is considered by many to be a walking sports betting encyclopedia. From obscure player props to sides and totals, if there is an angle, John will find it.