Oregon State vs. Notre Dame Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl
The Oregon State Beavers and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish will meet this afternoon for the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl. Both teams are without their starting quarterbacks, so which team has the advantage? Matt McCuen breaks down the Oregon State vs. Notre Dame game.
Matt McCuen - December 29, 2023, 9:43 AM EST
5 minOregon State vs. Notre Dame Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl
The Oregon State Beavers and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish will meet from El Paso, Texas, for the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl.
Oregon State vs. Notre Dame Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: December 29, 2023
- Game Time: 2:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: CBS
Oregon State vs. Notre Dame Odds
- Spread: Oregon State +7 (-110), Notre Dame -7 (+100)
- Total Odds: O 44 (+135), U 44 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Oregon State (+191), Notre Dame (-225)
Oregon State vs. Notre Dame Prediction
Oregon State performed well this season in their last year in the Pac-12.
The Beavers represent a record of 8-4, which has earned them the 19th ranking in the nation.
The Beavers lost their final two games and will attempt to bounce back and end the season on a high note this afternoon.
There have been a lot of changes since the Beavers last played.
Starting quarterback Dj Uiagalelei entered the transfer portal along with backup quarterback Aidan Chillies.
Head coach Johnathan Smith accepted a job at Michigan State.
The Beavers have hired former Beaver Trent Bray to be the team's next head coach.
Lastly, the Beavers have changed conferences as they will be a part of the Mountain West.
Sophomore Ben Gulbranson will get the start today. The New Bury, California native saw a lot of action last year, throwing for 1,455 yards, nine touchdowns, and five interceptions.
Running back Damien Martinez has been reinstated from suspension for this game after being arrested for a DUI. The sophomore has been outstanding, rushing for 1,185 yards and nine touchdowns.
Senior Deshaun Fenwick should see a heavy workload, as he has rushed for 500 yards and five touchdowns.
Silas Bolden is the Beavers' top option in the passing game. The Junior leads the team with 718 yards and five touchdowns.
The Beavers defense ranks 35th in points allowed per game (22.8).
The Irish come into this contest ranked 16th with a record of 9-3.
Notre Dame won four of their final five games.
The Irish will be without their starting quarterback, Sam Hartman, who has opted out of this game to prepare for the NFL combine.
The Irish will turn to sophomore Steve Angeli. The West Field, New Jersey native has thrown for 272 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception in limited action.
Junior Audric Estime has been one of the best running backs in the nation, scampering for 1,341 yards and 18 touchdowns. Estime has opted out of this game.
Senior Chris Tyree led the Irish in receiving, racking up 484 yards and three touchdowns. Tyree will not play this afternoon as he is on the transfer portal.
The Irish defense ranks 11th in points allowed per game (17.8).
Oregon State vs. Notre Dame Pick
This is too many in a game where both teams are without key players.
The Irish offense will have trouble moving the ball as most offensive stars are out.
The Irish are without their starting quarterback, starting running back, and their top three receivers and tight end.
Additionally, they are expected to be without five starters on defense.
While the Beavers have two quarterbacks in the portal, most of their team will be active tonight, and they will be playing an experienced quarterback.
The Beavers will stay within this number and possibly win outright.
Pick: Oregon State +7 -130 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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