As the anticipation for college football Week 1 reaches a fever pitch, FBS isn't the market with betting activity; smart bettors are locking in FCS picks, and odds are moving rapidly.
Analyzing some of our cutting-edge betting resources, a Youngstown State vs. Villanova prediction is gaining serious attention ahead of Thursday's Week 1 opener for both teams.
Using Bet Labs signals, we've tracked a side getting hammered by smart money. Notably, respected bettors are heavily influencing the Youngstown State vs. Villanova prediction, causing the line to move right on the border of two key numbers. We've recorded back-to-back sharp moves at different sportsbooks, making this game a focal point for savvy bettors.
For those who enjoy FCS betting, our FCS expert Joshua Nunn will be providing more FCS picks and opinions on other games involving FCS teams this weekend, including Fordham vs. Bowling Green, Elon vs. Duke, and Bucknell vs. Navy.
FCS Picks: Youngstown State vs Villanova Prediction Thursday
Currently, the odds stand at Villanova -9.5 for Thursday of college football Week 1. It's an earlier kick, slated for 6 p.m. ET.
Villanova, with an impressive 10-3 record last year, won all 10 of those games by double digits, which certainly impacts this Youngstown State vs. Villanova prediction. Their strong performance is a persuasive factor.
| Youngstown St Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+9.5 -105 | 53.5 -105o / -115u | +290 |
| Villanova Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-9.5 -115 | 53.5 -105o / -115u | -360 |
Moving into the game pick, the focus on FCS line movements underscores how smart bettors often have more information than the general public. In this case, it’s