College Football Playoff quarterfinals betting guide: odds, picks, lines, predictions - ESPN

The 2024-25 College Football Playoff bracket moves on to the quarterfinals on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Second-round action kicks off on Dec. 31 when No. 3 seed Boise State take on No. 6 seed Penn State in the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl (7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN). The playoff action continues with three games Saturday, starting with No. 4 Arizona State against No. 5 Texas in the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl (1 p.m. ET on ESPN). That's followed by perhaps the biggest game of the quarterfinal round when No. 1 seed Oregon battles No. 8 seed Ohio State for the second time this season. The final game of the night features No. 2 Georgia, led by backup QB Gunner Stockton against Riley Leonard and No. 7 Notre Dame (8:45 p.m. ET on ESPN).

Here's everything you need to know to bet on these quarterfinal playoff matchups.

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No. 6 Penn State (-11, 52.5) at No. 3 Boise State
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 7:30 p.m., ESPN

While the initial double-digit spread favoring Penn State may seem justified after their dominant win over SMU Mustangs, it's crucial not to overlook Boise State's potential to keep this game competitive and high scoring.

At the heart of Boise State's offensive attack is Ashton Jeanty, a running back who has evolved into a veritable force of nature. Jeanty's performance this season has been nothing short of spectacular, amassing a jaw-dropping 2,497 yards and 29 touchdowns. His ability to consistently break tackles and gain yards after contact makes him a nightmare for any defense, including the Nittany Lions.

Penn State's vulnerability to strong rushing attacks has been exposed multiple times this season. The Nittany Lions surrendered 176 yards to