Notre Dame vs Oregon State Prediction NCAAF Picks 12/29
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- Dec 28, 2023, 9:11:19 PM
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NCAAF Predictions: Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl - Oregon State vs. Notre Dame
Get ready for an intriguing matchup as the Oregon State Beavers take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl on December 29, 2023, at 12:00 PM in Sun Bowl, El Paso, TX. Dive into the detailed analysis of this game:
Game Information
The Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl is scheduled to start at 12:00 PM in Sun Bowl, with a game-time temperature of 49 degrees in El Paso, TX. CBS will broadcast the game live. Notre Dame is favored with a -6.0 point spread, and the Over/Under is set at 41.5 points.
Team Stats and Leaders
Oregon State Beavers
Quarterback D. Uiagalelei, who had an impressive season, will not play, leaving a gap for the Beavers. Running back D. Martinez and receiver S. Bolden have been key contributors to the offense.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Notre Dame's starting quarterback S. Hartman is also unavailable for the Sun Bowl. Running back A. Estime and receiver C. Tyree will play crucial roles in Notre Dame's offensive strategy.
Recent Performance
Oregon State Beavers
Oregon State is coming off a tough loss to Oregon in their last game, but earlier victories against Washington and Stanford showcased their potential. However, the absence of Uiagalelei is a significant setback for the Beavers.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Notre Dame has had a solid season, finishing with a 9-3 record. Recent wins against Stanford, Wake Forest, and Pittsburgh demonstrated their ability to perform well even without Hartman. The Fighting Irish are eager to finish the season on a high note.
Prediction:
The Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl presents an interesting matchup, with both Oregon State and Notre Dame missing their starting quarterbacks. Despite the player exodus, Notre Dame holds the upper hand in this game due to the experience of their backup quarterback compared to Oregon State's.
Considering Notre Dame's overall team strength and the -6.0 points spread, the Fighting Irish are predicted to win and cover the spread. The Beavers may struggle to find offensive momentum without Uiagalelei, making Notre Dame the favorable pick in the Sun Bowl.
