College Football Predictions: ESPN picks winners of every Top 25 game in Week 13
The latest college football predictions are in from ESPN’s FPI metrics for every Top 25 game in Week 13 of the regular season.
The metrics and lines from Vegas use logic of course, saying who should win. However, it’s rivalry week, so a lot of weird stuff could happen.
Let’s dive into the latest ESPN predictions using the FPI to take a look at the top 25 matchups in Week 13 for Saturday’s slate. Note there are Thursday and Friday games this week.
No. 1 Georgia vs. Georgia Tech
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC)
Spread: Georgia (-24)
FPI Prediction: Georgia – 92.4%
This one shouldn’t be a contest on paper, but give credit to the Yellow Jackets for becoming bowl eligible this season. They just have a different animal in the Bulldogs who look to three-peat.
No. 2 Ohio State vs. No. 3 Michigan
Kickoff: 12:00 p.m. ET (FOX)
Spread: Michigan (-3)
FPI Prediction: Michigan – 55.1%
The Game and what we’ve all been waiting for all season. Two undefeated teams, a Big Ten Championship and College Football Playoff appearance on the line. What could be better? Wolverines are favored due to being at home.
Washington State vs. No. 4 Washington
Kickoff: 4:00 p.m. ET (FOX)
Spread: Washington (-16.5)
FPI Prediction: Washington – 88.8%
The Huskies and the Cougars square off in the final Apple Cup within the Pac-12. The good news is, it’s been extended for the next five years. Washington is the big favorite and are in prime playoff position.
No. 5 Florida State vs. Florida
Kickoff: 7:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Spread: Florida State (-6.5)
FPI Prediction: Florida State – 81.4%
Without Jordan Travis, this game might be a little closer than anticipated. However, the FPI loves FSU in this one. The Seminoles need a statement to show they’re still a playoff team.
No. 16 Oregon State vs. No. 6 Oregon
Kickoff: 8:30 p.m. ET (FOX), Friday
Spread: Oregon (-14)
FPI Prediction: Oregon – 80.9%
The latest edition of the Civil War is a doozy. The Beavers can’t make the Pac-12 title game, but they can send the Ducks to the Big Ten without a Pac-12 title game appearance and CFP berth. It’ll be a tough task.
Texas Tech vs. No. 7 Texas
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC)
Spread: Texas (-12.5)
FPI Prediction: Texas – 86.3%
The Longhorns are the big favorites at home to conclude the regular season. Texas knows it has to win out and win the Big 12 to have a shot at the playoff. Maybe the Red Raiders play spoiler.
No. 8 Alabama vs. Auburn
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS)
Spread: Alabama (-14.5)
FPI Prediction: Alabama – 85.7%
The Iron Bowl has a lot riding on it this year. While Auburn isn’t in the title mix, Alabama is. The Crimson Tide are going to the SEC Championship but need a win to keep the CFP hopes alive.
Rest of Top 25 matchups
Kickoff: 4:00 p.m. ET (CBS), Friday
Spread: Missouri (-7.5)
FPI Prediction: Missouri – 71.3%
Kentucky vs. No. 10 Louisville
Kickoff: 12:00 p.m. ET (ABC)
Spread: Louisville (-7)
FPI Prediction: Louisville – 74.3%
No. 11 Penn State vs. Michigan State
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET (NBC), Friday
Spread: Penn State (-21)
FPI Prediction: Penn State – 95%
No. 12 Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN), Thursday
Spread: Ole Miss (-10)
FPI Prediction: Ole Miss – 82.3%
Kickoff: 12:00 p.m. ET (FOX), Friday
Spread: Oklahoma (-10)
FPI Prediction: Oklahoma – 84.4%
Kickoff: 12:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Spread: LSU (-11)
FPI Prediction: LSU – 69.2%
No. 15 Arizona vs. Arizona State
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Spread: Arizona – 10.5
FPI Prediction: Arizona – 84.3%
Kickoff: 12:00 p.m. ET (CBS), Friday
Spread: Nebraska (-2)
FPI Prediction: Iowa – 60.6%
No. 18 Notre Dame vs. Stanford
Kickoff: 7:00 p.m. ET (Pac-12 Network)
Spread: Notre Dame (-26)
FPI Prediction: Notre Dame – 95.8%
Iowa State vs. No. 19 Kansas State
Kickoff: 8:00 p.m. ET (FOX)
Spread: Kansas State (-10)
FPI Prediction: Kansas State – 84.5%
BYU vs. No. 20 Oklahoma State
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC)
Spread: Oklahoma State (-17)
FPI Prediction: Oklahoma State – 81.8%
Vanderbilt vs. No. 21 Tennessee
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET (SEC Network)
Spread: Tennessee (-27)
FPI Prediction: Tennessee – 95%
North Carolina vs. No. 22 NC State
Kickoff: 8:00 p.m. ET (ACC Network)
Spread: North Carolina (-2.5)
FPI Prediction: North Carolina – 62.2%
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET (ABC), Friday
Spread: Tulane (-3.5)
FPI Prediction: Tulane – 59.2%
No. 24 Clemson vs. South Carolina
Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET (SEC Network)
Spread: Clemson (-7)
FPI Prediction: Clemson – 65.5%
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network)
Spread: Liberty (-16.5)
FPI Prediction: Liberty – 86%
With the final week of the regular season here, it’s fine to say it’s been a wild ride this season. So get ready for the chaos that are the College Football Playoff rankings.