Boston College Eagles vs SMU Mustangs Predictions

SMU Has the Edge, but the Price Is Steep

SMU enters its home ACC opener at 3-1 after beating Missouri State, while 2-2 Boston College is coming off a loss to Virginia Tech. Those results favor the Mustangs, but their -1800 moneyline requires a large risk for a small return.

The 21-point spread demands more evidence. The available results establish SMU as the likely winner, but they don't show that the Mustangs should cover more than three touchdowns.

SMU's Availability Questions Matter

SMU Mustangs On SI / Sports Illustrated reports that defensive end Ira Singleton is out for the season. Left tackle PJ Williams and wide receiver Yannick Smith are questionable after missing the previous game, although coach Rhett Lashlee said both were trending toward playing. Wide receiver Yamir Knight, right guard Addison Nichols and kicker Nick Reed are also questionable.

Boston College will start Mason McKenzie at quarterback. There isn't enough current information about the Eagles' performance or player availability to make their +21 spread a sound wager.

Best Bet

Pass. SMU should win, but the moneyline return is too small and the evidence doesn't justify laying 21 points.