The Oregon Ducks will take on the California Golden Bears in the NCAA on Saturday (October 29).
The Ducks are flying high following victory over rival UCLA and are on a six-game winning streak. Their offense under QB Bo Nix has been better than advertised, as they have scored 40+ points in each game during this streak.
The Golden Bears, meanwhile, are heading in the opposite direction, losing three straight games. California can't put together consistent play for four quarters.
The betting odds and predictions are below:
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Bo Nix is the catalyst for the Ducks' offense, as their passing game has opened up some eyes in the last few weeks. Don't sleep on the Oregon rushing attack. Bucky Irving has provided the balance that makes the Oregon offense tough to defend.
California QB Jack Plummer has been playing well under the radar. With a 4:1 TD to Interception ratio, Plummer is making the right decisions and getting the ball out of his hand. If the Bears want to stay in this game, they will want to keep the ball out of the hands of the Ducks' high-octane offense. California would be wise to turn to freshman RB sensation Jaydn Ott.
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California Golden Bears vs Oregon Ducks Game Details
Fixture: Oregon Ducks @ California Golden Bears
Date and Time: Saturday, October 29; 3:30 pm ET
Venue: California Memorial Stadium, Berkeley, CA
California Golden Bears vs Oregon Ducks Best Pick
Oregon may not have to open up their offensive playbook to beat the downtrodden California programme. Oregon could get an early lead to assume cruise control of the game. The Ducks could grind it out on the ground, making the prop bet this week for Bo Nix--the Under.
Bo Nix; Passing Yards: Under 260.5
California Golden Bears vs Oregon Ducks Final Prediction
This game is all about human nature. In a vacuum, Oregon should obliterate California. The Ducks are more talented on both sides of the ball. Oregon has all the momentum in the world behind them. California can't seem to put together any victories at the moment.
Why should you pick the Bears? Oregon is coming off a big win over UCLA and are looking past California in this one. The Ducks are good enough to look past the Bears and still get a victory, but a game California team should keep it close enough to cover the spread.