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Early betting look for CFB Week 1: BC Eagles set to fly

Will AJ Dillon and Boston College be able to run away from the rest of the ACC in 2018? AP

Every Monday throughout the college football season, an early betting look provides the essential grab bag of numbers, trends, reads and concepts. Join us for opening week as we forecast the rise of an ACC dark horse, reveal what Mississippi State's status as a preseason darling means for bettors, plus break down a unique challenge for one Big 12 coach and a high-stakes opener for another.


Portfolio checkup

In portfolio checkup, we explore which teams we're buying and selling, and why.

Buy:

Boston College Eagles

This is Steve Addazio's best team in his six years at Chestnut Hill.