Big Ten Football Predictions, Computer Picks & Best Bets | Week 2
Published 6:12 pm Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Big Ten teams are in action for 15 games in Week 2 of the 2024 college football season. A couple of the best bets on the table for parlay options or standalone wagers, according to our computer model, include picking Washington -24.5 against Eastern Michigan as a spread bet and wagering on the over/under in the Colorado vs. Nebraska matchup.
BetMGM is one of the most trusted Sportsbooks in the nation. Start with as little as $1 and place your bets today.
Best Week 2 Big Ten Spread Bets
Pick: Washington -24.5 vs. Eastern Michigan
- Matchup: Eastern Michigan Eagles at Washington Huskies
- Projected Winner & Margin of Victory: Washington by 46.3 points
- Date/Time: September 7 at 3:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: BTN
Pick: Michigan +7.5 vs. Texas
- Matchup: Texas Longhorns at Michigan Wolverines
- Projected Winner & Margin of Victory: Michigan by 7.0 points
- Date/Time: September 7 at 12:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: FOX
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Pick: Duke +2.5 vs. Northwestern
- Matchup: Duke Blue Devils at Northwestern Wildcats
- Projected Winner & Margin of Victory: Duke by 5.2 points
- Date/Time: September 6 at 9:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: Fox Sports 1
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Pick: Kansas -5.5 vs. Illinois
- Matchup: Kansas Jayhawks at Illinois Fighting Illini
- Projected Winner & Margin of Victory: Kansas by 12.5 points
- Date/Time: September 7 at 7:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: Fox Sports 1
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Pick: Maryland -8.5 vs. Michigan State
- Matchup: Michigan State Spartans at Maryland Terrapins
- Projected Winner & Margin of Victory: Maryland by 14.8 points
- Date/Time: September 7 at 3:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: BTN
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Use these spread picks at BetMGM today!
Best Week 2 Big Ten Total Bets
Under 58.5 – Colorado vs. Nebraska
- Matchup: Colorado Buffaloes at Nebraska Cornhuskers
- Projected Total: 49.6 points
- Date/Time: September 7 at 7:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: NBC
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Over 36.5 – Duke vs. Northwestern
- Matchup: Duke Blue Devils at Northwestern Wildcats
- Projected Total: 45.2 points
- Date/Time: September 6 at 9:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: Fox Sports 1
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Over 63 – Utah State vs. USC
- Matchup: Utah State Aggies at USC Trojans
- Projected Total: 70.4 points
- Date/Time: September 7 at 11:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: BTN
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Over 47.5 – Eastern Michigan vs. Washington
- Matchup: Eastern Michigan Eagles at Washington Huskies
- Projected Total: 53.1 points
- Date/Time: September 7 at 3:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: BTN
Under 54.5 – Western Michigan vs. Ohio State
- Matchup: Western Michigan Broncos at Ohio State Buckeyes
- Projected Total: 50.0 points
- Date/Time: September 7 at 7:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: BTN
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
Take advantage of our picks and place your bet at BetMGM today!
Week 2 Big Ten Standings
| Team | 2023 Record | 2023 PF/G vs PA/G | 2023 YDS/G vs OPP YDS/G |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 45.0 / 0.0 | 486.0 / 196.0 |
| Michigan State | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 16.0 / 10.0 | 293.0 / 248.0 |
| Rutgers | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 44.0 / 7.0 | 476.0 / 261.0 |
| Wisconsin | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 28.0 / 14.0 | 388.0 / 261.0 |
| UCLA | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 16.0 / 13.0 | 343.0 / 278.0 |
| Purdue | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 49.0 / 0.0 | 583.0 / 154.0 |
| Oregon | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 24.0 / 14.0 | 487.0 / 217.0 |
| Washington | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 35.0 / 3.0 | 482.0 / 253.0 |
| Northwestern | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 13.0 / 6.0 | 328.0 / 267.0 |
| Nebraska | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 40.0 / 7.0 | 507.0 / 205.0 |
| Ohio State | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 52.0 / 6.0 | 404.0 / 177.0 |
| Iowa | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 40.0 / 0.0 | 492.0 / 189.0 |
| Michigan | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 30.0 / 10.0 | 269.0 / 244.0 |
| Maryland | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 50.0 / 7.0 | 629.0 / 310.0 |
| Penn State | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 34.0 / 12.0 | 457.0 / 246.0 |
| Indiana | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 31.0 / 7.0 | 414.0 / 182.0 |
| USC | 1-0 (0-0 Big Ten) | 27.0 / 20.0 | 447.0 / 421.0 |
| Minnesota | 0-1 (0-0 Big Ten) | 17.0 / 19.0 | 244.0 / 252.0 |
Watch Big Ten games all season long on Fubo and ESPN+!
Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.