2024 College Football Playoff odds, prediction, line: Penn State vs. SMU picks by expert on 19-6 run

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The 11th-seeded SMU Mustangs face the sixth-seeded Penn State Nittany Lions in the first round of the 2024 College Football Playoff. Both teams have strong records, with SMU at 11-2 and Penn State also at 11-2. The game will take place at Beaver Stadium, with kickoff set for noon ET. Penn State is favored by 8.5 points. Key players include Penn State's quarterback Drew Allar and SMU's quarterback Kevin Jennings, both having impressive seasons. Expert Micah Roberts has made predictions for the game, emphasizing critical insights for bettors.

Keywords: College Football Playoff, SMU Mustangs, Penn State Nittany Lions

Source: CBSSports.com

Update At: 12/21/2024

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