The college football world eagerly wants to see how USC will fare in Week 5.
The Trojans faced a setback in Ann Arbor against Michigan last week, suffering their first loss of the season, which left them 2-1 overall and 2-1 against the spread (ATS).
Now, they return home for their Big Ten debut vs. Wisconsin, and all eyes are on the USC football odds as the Trojans attempt to bounce back. Is this a smash spot vs. the Badgers, or does an emotional letdown from last week loom?
Our team of experts, running PRO Projections, looked over the spreads, moneylines and totals to identify the best bets for the week.
After a comparison to betting markets, USC's odds are showing significant value.
This week, we're tracking sharp bettors and big money all over a certain pick, a promising indicator for those looking to gain an edge.
USC Trojans Odds
| Wisconsin Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+15.5 -110 | 50.5 -115o / -105u | +520 |
| USC Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-15.5 -110 | 50.5 -115o / -105u | -750 |
Focusing on the main USC football odds and markets Saturday, the Trojans are currently favored by 15.5 points, with an over/under set at 50.5.
Resident expert Collin Wilson taps USC with a Power Rating of 89 (ranked 10th in the nation), while Wisconsin trails with a 75 rating (ranked 43rd).
Utilizing the sophisticated data from our PRO Projections, the models suggest that the spread should be even wider — closer to USC -19.2. While this only represents a marginal edge compared to the current line, our PRO Projections typically recommend a 3.5% edge or better for solid betting opportunities.
USC Pick for Week 5
However, it's not just about the raw numbers. USC football odds are positively buzzing when taking into account the
