Sports picks for Saturday, October 3, 2026

Rays 8-0 in Drew Rasmussen's last 8 starts

Every time Rasmussen has pitched over his last 8 starts, Tampa Bay has won. Eight games is a short run, and the sheet has no scores or innings, so the lineup and bullpen own part of it. Perfect streaks break eventually. At home against the Yankees tonight, it tells you Tampa has played well behind him lately, and the price still has to justify backing that.

Brewers 8-0 in Jacob Misiorowski's last 8 starts

Milwaukee has won every one of Misiorowski's last 8 starts. No margins or innings are on the sheet, so the offense and bullpen share the credit, and 8 games is a small run to build on. A spotless record this short rarely stays spotless. Hosting San Diego, use it as a sign the Brewers play well behind him, then ask whether the number already reflects it.

DAL: 1 sack taken per game to HOU's 3.33

Dallas has allowed one sack a game, and Houston's quarterback has taken 3.33 over three games. Last season the Cowboys gave up 2.38 and the Texans 2.58, so Dallas's line looks better than usual and Houston's protection worse. Expect some movement toward last year's numbers. Houston stalling under pressure at home is the matchup to watch for drives that die early.

P Edge side won; final 34-30

FLA: 256.3 rushing yards per game to MIZ's 160

Florida is running for 256.3 a game through 4 games, nearly double its 136.8 last season, so that pace is likely to cool. Missouri has gone the other way, down to 160 from 228.3 last season. The two run games have swapped roles from last season, and four games is a short window to trust that flip fully.

IU: 0.25 turnovers committed per game to RUTG's 2.5

Indiana has turned it over once in 4 games' worth of averages at 0.25, while Rutgers is at 2.5 a game. Indiana was at 0.5 last season, so careful ball security is part of who they are. Rutgers was at 0.92, so expect their giveaways to drop off some. If Rutgers stays loose with the ball at home, Indiana is the side built to cash those mistakes.

BYU: 262.7 rushing yards per game to TCU's 138.8

BYU is running for 262.7 a game, but that comes from just 3 games, against 178.1 last season. TCU at 138.8 over 4 games sits close to its 131.4 from last season. BYU's run game should still be the stronger unit on the road, but expect its pace to settle closer to last season's level.

CIN: 258.8 rushing yards per game to ARIZ's 134.3

Cincinnati runs for 258.8 yards a game through 4 games, almost double Arizona's 134.3. That's a big jump from 176.1 last season, so expect some regression on the road. The run game is still clearly how Cincinnati wants to play. Their ability to control the ball collides with Arizona's passing offense, so the pace of the game is the thing to think about.

SF: 7.47 yards per play to DEN's 4.87

DEN is at 4.87 yards per play over 3 games; SF is at 7.47 over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season DEN was at 5.32 over 17 games and SF at 5.49 over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 14-24

LAR: 284 team passing yards per game to PHI's 191.7

The Rams are throwing for 284 yards a game, and Philadelphia sits at 191.7 over three games. Both match last season closely: 268.1 for the Rams, 194.3 for the Eagles. That makes this a real style gap, a pass-first Rams team against an Eagles offense that doesn't lean on the air. Expect the Rams to throw a lot in Philadelphia, and the Eagles to try to win on the ground.

P Edge side won; final 24-20

BAL: 6.67 yards per play to TEN's 4.77

Baltimore averages 6.67 yards a play to Tennessee's 4.77 over three games, similar to last season's 5.92 and 4.38. The Ravens had seven plays of 20 or more yards in their last game, with Lamar Jackson hitting Rashod Bateman for 31 and Derrick Henry ripping off 29. Tennessee had one, a 20-yard Cam Ward throw to Carnell Tate. The Ravens hit big plays and the Titans have to grind, which puts Tennessee under pressure to sustain long drives.

P Edge side won; final 18-24

SMU: 37 points per game to BC's 19.8

SMU scores nearly twice as much as BC through 4 games. SMU was at 32.2 last season, so 37 looks like a real offense running a bit hot. BC has fallen from 25.4 to 19.8, which puts pressure on the Eagles to keep this game low and slow on the road. A bettor weighing this spot should ask whether BC can stay within range if SMU's offense plays anywhere near its usual level.

ND: 42.3 points per game to UNC's 23.3

Notre Dame's scoring looks like who it is: 42.3 through 4 games against 42 across 12 games last season. UNC is at 23.3 over just 3 games, up from 19.3 last season, so its number has less behind it. The steadier offense is Notre Dame's, and a bettor should lean on that consistency more than on UNC's short-sample bump.

BUF: 33.7 points per game to NE's 12

Buffalo is scoring 33.7 a game while New England has managed 12 through three games. The Patriots scored 28.8 a game last season, so this is a collapse from a team that could move the ball, and three games is a small window. Buffalo's pace sits above its 28.3 from last season and may cool some. Expect the Patriots to score more than 12 eventually, but in Buffalo the burden is on them to show it.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

UGA: 54.8 points per game to VAN's 28.3

Georgia is scoring 54.8 a game through 4 games, a big jump from 32.1 last season, so expect that to come down. Vanderbilt is at 28.3, below its 38.5 from last season. The gap is real in direction, but Georgia's scoring pace is the number most likely to move toward its usual level.

MIN: 13.7 points allowed per game to MIA's 28.7

Minnesota is allowing 13.7 points a game, while Miami is giving up 28.7 over three games. Last season the Vikings allowed 19.6 and the Dolphins 24.9, so both defenses are running at the extremes. Expect the Vikings to give up more over time, but Miami's defense was soft last season too. In Minnesota, the Dolphins face a defense that is limiting scoring while their own is leaking points.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

SF: 32.7 points per game to DEN's 20

DEN is at 20 points per game over 3 games; SF is at 32.7 over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season DEN was at 23.6 over 17 games and SF at 25.7 over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 14-24

VAN: 31:33 time of possession per game to UGA's 20:16

Vanderbilt holds the ball over 11 minutes longer per game than Georgia this season, and its 31:33 matches its 31:18 from last season. Georgia's 20:16 is a sharp break from its 33:53 last season, which fits an offense scoring quickly through 4 games. Vanderbilt wants long drives to shorten the game, and a bettor should weigh how well that style holds up against a Georgia offense that doesn't need the clock.

FLA: 53.5 points per game to MIZ's 35.8

Florida is scoring 53.5 a game through 4 games after averaging 21.6 last season, a jump that is too big to hold at this level. Missouri at 35.8 is closer to its 30.2 from last season. A bettor should be wary of pricing Florida's offense off four games when last season's number points the other way.

MIA: 51.8 points per game to CLEM's 21

Miami is scoring more than twice what Clemson puts up, through 4 games each. Last season Miami sat at 30.9, so 51.8 is a huge jump and likely padded by the schedule, while Clemson has slid from 27.2. Miami's number should come down against a real defense on the road. If Clemson can't keep pace, they may be forced to throw more than they want, which plays into Miami's hands.

BOIS: 33.8 points per game to USU's 13

Boise is scoring 33.8 a game while Utah State has managed 13 over 4 games. Last season Utah State scored 30.9, so 13 looks like an offense in a rough patch more than its true level, and it could bounce up. Boise sits close to its 29.9 from last season, which makes its number more trustworthy. The bigger question for this game is whether Utah State's offense finds anything on the road.

IU: 9.8 points allowed per game to RUTG's 28.5

IU is at 9.8 points allowed per game over 4 games; RUTG is at 28.5 over 4 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season IU was at 11.7 over 16 games and RUTG at 31.8 over 12 games.

OSU: 365.3 team passing yards per game to IOWA's 209.5

Ohio State is throwing for 365.3 a game through 4 games, up from 268.2 last season, and Iowa is at 209.5, well above its 143.2. Both numbers have climbed, but Iowa's identity last season was a low-volume passing team, so its jump is the one to doubt. Expect Ohio State to dictate the game through the air on the road.

MIA: 360 team passing yards per game to CLEM's 156.3

Miami throws for 360 a game through 4 games, up from 253.2 last season, and Clemson has fallen to 156.3 from 267.8. The swing on Clemson's side is the more surprising one and the more likely to bounce back. Miami should lean on the pass, and a bettor should ask whether Clemson's passing game can recover at home before trusting this gap.

MIA: 55.6% third-down conversion rate to CLEM's 27.3%

Miami moves the chains on more than half its third downs, while Clemson converts barely a quarter of theirs, 4 games each. Both teams have moved hard from last season: Miami was at 45.7%, Clemson at 34.3%, so expect some drift back toward those marks. The style edge favors Miami holding the ball longer. Clemson's offense needs early-down success to avoid long third downs it hasn't been converting.

BUF: 75% red-zone scoring rate to NE's 16.7%

Buffalo turns 75% of red-zone trips into touchdowns. New England is at 16.7% over three games, down from 57.1% last season. Red-zone rates swing on a handful of snaps, so the Patriots' number is the one most likely to bounce back. Buffalo at 66.2% last season suggests 75% is a bit hot. New England will move the ball some, and the question in this game is whether those drives end in field goals or touchdowns.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

WVU: 294.8 rushing yards per game to ISU's 176.8

West Virginia is running for 294.8 a game through 4 games, almost double its 160.6 last season, which makes it the side dictating style on the ground. Iowa State at 176.8 sits right near its 174.7 last season, so its number looks real. WVU's surge is the one more likely to cool, and a road game against a steady opponent is a fair test of it.

JAX: 88.9% red-zone scoring rate to CIN's 50%

Jacksonville has scored touchdowns on 88.9% of its red-zone trips over three games, compared with Cincinnati's 50%. Last season the Jaguars were at 61.8% and the Bengals at 66.7%, so both look out of character and should move toward those numbers. Cincinnati settling for field goals at home is the less likely trend to last.

P Edge side won; final 22-17

BAL: 30.7 points per game to TEN's 12.3

Baltimore is putting up 30.7 points a game while Tennessee is at 12.3 over three games. The Ravens averaged 24.9 last season, so some cooling is likely, but the Titans scored only 16.7 a game then too. The gap matches last season's direction, just wider. Tennessee's scoring is the bigger concern in Baltimore, and the Ravens' number is the one more likely to come down.

P Edge side won; final 18-24

MIA: 30.8 first downs per game to CLEM's 18.3

MIA is at 30.8 first downs per game over 4 games; CLEM is at 18.3 over 4 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season MIA was at 21.7 over 16 games and CLEM at 21 over 13 games.

TXST: 60% third-down conversion rate to SDSU's 32.7%

Texas State converts 60% of third downs over 4 games, San Diego State 32.7%. Texas State was at 46.6% last season, so 60% is likely to drift down. San Diego State is right near its 31.4% from last year, which makes their number a steadier read. Texas State's strong run game keeps third downs short, which is the part most likely to carry over.

DAL: 57.1% third-down conversion rate to HOU's 36.4%

Dallas is converting 57.1% of third downs, compared with Houston's 36.4% over three games. The Cowboys were at 41.1% last season, so this is likely to cool, while Houston's number sits close to its 37.2% from last year. Dallas extending drives on the road is what keeps it in games, so a drop toward its usual rate would hurt.

P Edge side won; final 34-30

BOIS: 0.5 turnovers committed per game to USU's 2.75

USU is at 2.75 turnovers committed per game over 4 games; BOIS is at 0.5 over 4 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season USU was at 0.85 over 13 games and BOIS at 1.5 over 14 games.

CHI: 184.3 rushing yards per game to NYJ's 92.3

Chicago is running for 184.3 yards a game, about double the Jets' 92.3 over three games. The Bears were at 144.5 last season, so the ground game has stepped up, and the Jets have dropped from 123.3. A Chicago team that runs this much at home can shorten the game and keep the Jets offense on the sideline. Three games may overstate it, but the Bears' identity looks set.

P Edge side won; final 12-23

GB: 266.7 team passing yards per game to TB's 185

Green Bay is passing for 266.7 yards a game over three games, up from 212.8 last season, while Tampa sits at 185, below its 205.9 from a year ago. That points to the Packers leaning on the throw so far this year. Three games is a small sample, so expect some pullback for both. Look at whether the Packers keep airing it out on the road, since that drives how this game flows.

P Edge side won; final 17-14

DeVonta Smith (WR) is out for PHI

Smith's hamstring kept him out of practice again Friday, and he is ruled out for the Rams game. Philadelphia also has Hollywood Brown out with an ankle, so two receivers are missing from the same group. That leaves fewer proven targets for the Eagles passing game on Sunday, which matters if you are looking at anything tied to their receivers.

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

ALA: 2.25 takeaways per game to MSST's 0.5

Alabama forces 2.25 takeaways a game over four games, while Mississippi State forces 0.5. Alabama keeps getting the ball back, and Mississippi State rarely does. Turnover rates swing a lot from game to game, so the 2.25 is more likely to drift down than hold. For this road game, the takeaway edge points Alabama's way, but turnovers are a shaky thing to build a whole view on.

Josh Simmons (OT) is out for KC

Simmons, a Chiefs tackle, is out Sunday at Las Vegas with a back injury, reported Oct 3. He will not play. The sheet does not name his replacement, so Kansas City has a backup at tackle against the Raiders pass rush.

P Edge side won; final 30-27

Brett Thorson (P) is out for MIN

Thorson, the Vikings punter, is out Sunday against the Dolphins with a hamstring injury, reported Oct 3. Out means he will not play, so someone else handles the punts, and the sheet does not say who. A fill-in punter can shift field position a few yards at a time, which is a small factor in a close game.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

HOU: 3.67 sacks recorded per game to DAL's 0.67

Houston is getting 3.67 sacks a game; Dallas is getting 0.67, both over 3 games. Pass-rush numbers this early depend a lot on which quarterbacks and lines a team has seen, and the sheet does not say. For this game, the pressure edge sits with Houston, which matters for drive-killing sacks and for Dallas passing plays on long downs.

P Edge side lost; final 34-30

MIN: 4.67 sacks recorded per game to MIA's 0

Minnesota is averaging 4.67 sacks a game, and Miami has 0 across 3 games. Zero is unusual and probably rises some, while Minnesota's pace is high for any defense. In this game, Minnesota's pass rush is the edge that can stall Miami drives, while Miami has shown little pressure to slow Minnesota's passing game.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

LV: 3.33 sacks recorded per game to KC's 1.33

Las Vegas is getting 3.33 sacks a game against Kansas City's 1.33, over 3 games each. The sheet does not say who either rush has faced, and three games of sack totals move a lot. The pass-rush edge leans Las Vegas in this one, which can matter on Kansas City's long-yardage downs.

P Edge side lost; final 30-27

ORST: 142.8 rushing yards allowed per game to CSU's 230

Oregon State allows 142.8 rushing yards a game over four games, which is middling, while Colorado State has given up 230 a game, which is a lot. Both run defenses can be moved, Colorado State far more. With four games each and no opponent detail, the Colorado State number may come partly from tough matchups, but 230 a game is hard to explain away. Oregon State's run game is the angle to watch here, especially in a game where both sides may be able to grind out yards.

IU: 65.8 rushing yards allowed per game to RUTG's 167.5

Indiana holds teams to 65.8 rushing yards a game over four games, so offenses have found little running room. Rutgers has allowed 167.5 a game over four. The sheet does not say whether Indiana's opponents were run-heavy, so the number could be softened by teams that abandoned the ground game early. In this road game, Rutgers may have trouble leaning on the run, which pushes more of its offense into the passing game.

MIA: 39.5 rushing yards allowed per game to CLEM's 157.8

Miami has held four opponents to 39.5 rushing yards a game, which means teams barely get anything on the ground against them. Clemson has given up 157.8 a game over the same four games, so the two run defenses are playing at very different levels. The sheet does not say who Miami has faced, and four games is enough to take seriously but not enough to call it settled. For this game, ask whether Clemson can stay balanced or gets pushed into throwing, and how that shapes totals and Miami's offensive script.

Sam Cosmi (G) is out for WSH

Cosmi is in the concussion protocol and is not making the London trip, so the Commanders will play the Colts without him at guard. Out means out: there is no game-time call here. With an interior lineman missing, a bettor thinking about Washington's run game or pass protection in this spot should factor in a reshuffled line, though the sheet does not say who fills the spot.

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

MIN: 11.1% red-zone scoring allowed to MIA's 78.6%

Minnesota has let opponents score on 11.1% of red-zone trips; Miami has allowed 78.6%, both across 3 games. Red-zone samples are tiny at this point, and a number that low almost always rises. The direction still matters: Miami trips inside the twenty look less likely to end in points than Minnesota trips.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

Nick Cross (S) is out for WSH

Cross has an illness and is staying home while the Commanders fly to London, so he is out against the Colts on Sunday. An out tag means no chance he plays, so this one is settled before kickoff. The fact sheet does not name his replacement at safety, so watch who Washington lists as active, and expect the back end to lean on whoever steps into his snaps.

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

UVA: 130.3 passing yards allowed per game to FSU's 290

Virginia allows 130.3 passing yards a game through four games, which is stingy by any measure. Florida State has allowed 290 a game over its four, so one secondary is closing windows and the other is leaking. Nothing here says which quarterbacks Virginia has seen, so some of that number could come from soft schedule or opponents who chose to run. In this road spot, the question is whether the Florida State offense can test Virginia through the air better than the earlier opponents did.

SYR: 134.7 passing yards allowed per game to CONN's 279.8

Syracuse has allowed 134.7 passing yards a game, but that is over only three games, so one weak passing opponent can move it a lot. UConn has allowed 279.8 a game over four games. That gap is big, and Syracuse's small sample means the number could climb once it sees a capable passing attack. Bettors can watch whether UConn's own offense can throw on Syracuse, since the UConn pass defense looks like the easier target.

ISU: 158.8 passing yards allowed per game to WVU's 282.3

Iowa State allows 158.8 passing yards a game over four games, while West Virginia gives up 282.3 over the same stretch. Opponents have thrown with ease on West Virginia and have found it much harder against Iowa State. Four games is a fair early look but schedule detail is missing, so the Iowa State number may be partly opponent-driven. With Iowa State at home, the passing matchup leans its way on paper, which is worth weighing when you look at Iowa State's passing props and the total.

Jacob Monk (C) is out for GB

Monk, the Packers center, is out Sunday at Tampa Bay with a quadriceps injury, reported Oct 3. Out means he will not play. Losing the player who snaps the ball forces a reshuffle in the middle, and no replacement is named on the sheet. Green Bay is also without two defensive tackles this week, so the Packers are thin on both lines.

P Edge side won; final 17-14

Christian Gonzalez (CB) is out for NE

New England loses Gonzalez, its cornerback, for Sunday at Buffalo with a shoulder injury, per Mike Reiss on Oct 2. OUT means he will not suit up. The sheet does not name his replacement, so the Bills' receivers face a Patriots secondary missing a starter, which is worth weighing when you look at Buffalo's passing props.

P Edge side won; final 29-26

Hollywood Brown (WR) is out for PHI

Brown's ankle has him ruled out for Sunday against the Rams. He is not the only Eagles receiver missing: DeVonta Smith is also out with a hamstring. With two wideouts gone, Philadelphia's passing targets get thin, and whoever lines up in their place is working with a short track record in this offense.

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

SEA: 3.77 yards per play allowed to LAC's 5.4

Seattle is allowing 3.77 yards per play and the Chargers 5.4, over 3 games each. Yards per play is one of the steadier defensive numbers even early, though three games and an unlisted schedule leave room for movement. Seattle's defense looks like the one more likely to keep this game low-scoring on its end.

P Edge side won; final 23-30

Anthony Campbell (DT) is out for GB

Campbell, a Packers defensive tackle, is out Sunday at Tampa Bay with an ankle injury, reported Oct 3. He will not play. Warren Brinson is also ruled out at the same spot, so the Packers rotation inside is thin, and a bettor looking at Buccaneers rushing numbers has a reason to check who is left on the depth chart.

P Edge side won; final 17-14

CAR: 172.3 passing yards allowed per game to DET's 299.3

Carolina has allowed 172.3 passing yards a game, and Detroit has allowed 299.3, both over 3 games. The sheet does not show which quarterbacks each faced, and game script matters: teams playing from ahead see more passing. For this game, Detroit's pass defense is the softer spot, which tilts toward Carolina's passing game having room.

Josh Allen (QB) is questionable for BUF

Allen is dealing with a knee issue and carries a questionable tag, which means the Bills see a real chance Allen plays against New England. Allen was spotted practicing on Wednesday, Sep 30, and getting on the field early in the week is usually a good sign for a quarterback. A bettor should watch the rest of the week's practice reports, since any setback would change how this game sets up.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

Dylan Parham (G) is out for NYJ

Parham, a Jets guard, is ruled out for Sunday at Chicago with a knee injury, reported Oct 3. Out means no chance he suits up. No replacement is named here, so the Jets go with a fill-in on the interior, which matters most for how cleanly they run inside.

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Fred Johnson (OT) is out for PHI

Johnson, an Eagles tackle, is out Sunday against the Rams with a knee injury, reported Oct 3. He will not play. The fact sheet does not say who steps in, so the Eagles line has a depth piece at tackle against the Rams pass rush.

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Aaron Banks (G) is out for GB

Banks (toe/knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports. Reported Oct 3.

P Edge side won; final 17-14

Jayden Daniels (QB) is out for WSH

Washington plays Sunday in London without its starting quarterback. Head coach Dan Quinn ruled Daniels out with an elbow injury on Oct 2, so OUT here is final for this game. The sheet does not name the backup, so check who gets the start before you look at Washington's passing numbers or team total against the Colts.

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

T.J. Sanders (DT) is doubtful for BUF

Sanders has an appendix issue and was limited at practice Thursday, so he got some work in, but doubtful usually means a player does not suit up. Plan on Buffalo playing New England without him on the defensive line. The sheet does not name who fills his snaps, so the depth behind him is the thing to check before kickoff.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

Cam Lewis (CB) is doubtful for CHI

Lewis has a leg injury and is listed as doubtful for Sunday against the Jets, which means Chicago expects him to miss it. The report gives no practice detail and does not say who takes his cornerback snaps. With little else on the sheet, the useful move is to check inactives before kickoff and think about whether the Jets passing game gets an easier matchup in the secondary.

P Edge side won; final 12-23

Aaron Donald (DT) is out for LAR

Donald has a back injury and is ruled out for Sunday at Philadelphia, so the Rams play this one without him. Out means he will not suit up. The report does not name who takes his snaps on the interior, so check the Rams' final depth chart before you lean on anything tied to their pass rush or run defense.

P Edge side won; final 24-20

Kyle Dugger (S) is out for CIN

Dugger will not play Sunday against the Jaguars because of a quadriceps injury, so Cincinnati is without a starting-caliber safety at home. The sheet does not name his replacement, which means the back end gets a less proven body for this game. Bettors looking at Jacksonville passing props or the total can factor in a thinner Bengals secondary.

P Edge side lost; final 22-17

Baker Mayfield (QB) is out for TB

Mayfield hurt his thumb, and Todd Bowles said Monday, Sep 28, that he is expected to miss three weeks. Losing the starting quarterback is the biggest absence a team can have, and it covers the Packers game and likely two more. Whoever starts in his place changes how Tampa Bay's whole offense looks. Bettors should judge Buccaneers totals and passing props on the backup, since lines set with Mayfield in mind no longer fit.

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

Cobie Durant (CB) is out for DAL

Durant has a hamstring injury and is ruled out for Sunday at Houston, so Dallas plays a cornerback down. Out means he will not suit up. The report does not name his replacement, so the Texans' passing game is where his absence would show.

P Edge side won; final 34-30

Terry McLaurin (WR) is doubtful for WSH

McLaurin is doubtful with a hamstring injury and is expected to miss Sunday's game against the Colts in London. That status makes his absence the likely scenario for Washington's receiving group, though it stops short of ruling him out. For bettors weighing Washington's passing game, his availability is the main thing to settle before counting on him to contribute.

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

Benjamin Morrison (CB) is out for TB

Morrison has a quadriceps injury and is ruled out for Sunday against Green Bay, so the Bucs play a cornerback short. Out means he will not dress. The report names no replacement, so the Packers' passing game is the spot to watch once Tampa's corner lineup is set.

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

Channing Canada (CB) is out for NE

Canada is a cornerback dealing with a hamstring injury, and the Patriots ruled him out on Oct 4, so he will not play Sunday at Buffalo. Out means there is no game-time decision here. The sheet does not say how big his role is or who replaces him, so check New England's depth chart for the backup corner. A missing corner against a Buffalo passing game is the spot to watch in receiver props and the Bills' passing totals.

P Edge side won; final 29-26

Breece Hall (RB) is out for NYJ

Hall is out Sunday at Chicago with a quadriceps injury, per Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic on Oct 2. OUT means he will not play. The sheet does not name who takes his carries, so look at the Jets' depth chart before you bet any of their running back props.

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Dallas Goedert (TE) is out for PHI

Goedert, Philadelphia's tight end, is out Sunday against the Rams with a knee injury. OUT means he sits. Smith is out too, so the Eagles face the Rams without two regular targets, and the work goes to whoever is left on their receiver and tight end depth chart.

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Keenan Allen (WR) is out for IND

Allen was downgraded to out with a groin injury, reported Oct 3, so the Colts head to Washington without him on Sunday. A downgrade this late usually means the groin did not respond during the week. The sheet does not say who takes his targets, so watch which Colts receivers get the extra snaps before leaning on any of their props.

P Edge side won; final 30-13

Caleb Williams (QB) is out for CHI

Chicago lists Williams, its quarterback, as out for Sunday against the Jets. The sheet gives no injury detail and does not name the backup, so the main thing to know is that Chicago starts someone else under center. Check that name before you touch Bears passing props or the team total.

P Edge side won; final 12-23

Marcus Epps (S) is out for PHI

Epps (groin) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Rams. Reported Oct 3.

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Rachaad White (RB) is out for WSH

White is out Sunday against the Colts with a shoulder injury, ruled out on Oct 2. OUT means he does not play this game. The sheet does not say who takes his carries, so look at the backfield depth before you trust any Washington running back prop.

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

Adonai Mitchell (WR) is out for NYJ

Mitchell, a Jets receiver, is out Sunday at Chicago with a finger injury, per Zack Rosenblatt on Oct 2. OUT means he does not play. The Jets are also without Hall and Taylor, so the targets will land on a thinner group of pass catchers than usual.

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Colbie Young (WR) is out for CIN

Young has a knee injury and is not expected to suit up for the Bengals against the Jaguars in Week 4, per a Sep 28 report. OUT means he will not play, so his targets get split among the other Cincinnati receivers. The sheet does not show his role or production, so the size of the hit is unclear. For a bettor, the useful move is checking who the Bengals list behind him before looking at any receiver props.

P Edge side lost; final 22-17

Kaden Elliss (LB) is out for NO

Elliss is a linebacker for New Orleans, and a calf injury has ruled him out for Monday against Atlanta. Out means he will not suit up. With Anfernee Jennings also out, the Saints are missing two linebackers in the same game. The sheet does not say who fills in, so the front seven Atlanta faces will be thinner than usual.

Anfernee Jennings (LB) is out for NO

Jennings has a knee injury and is ruled out for Monday's home game against the Falcons, so there is no guesswork on his status. The sheet does not say who takes his linebacker snaps, so watch the final inactive list and depth chart for the replacement. For a bettor, the useful step is checking whether the Saints' defensive lines move once the market fully prices in his absence.

Zack Baun (LB) is out for PHI

Baun (concussion) won't play in Sunday's game against the Rams. Reported Oct 2.

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Trey Hendrickson (LB) is out for BAL

Hendrickson is listed as out for the Ravens against Tennessee, so he will not play Sunday. The report gives no injury detail or replacement. Anything you were counting on from Baltimore's pass rush in this one should account for him being off the field.

P Edge side won; final 18-24

Christian Barmore (DT) is out for NE

Barmore, a defensive tackle, is ruled out for Sunday at Buffalo with a shoulder injury, per Mike Reiss on Oct 2. OUT means he does not play. The sheet does not say who fills in on the interior, so the Bills' running game gets a Patriots front line missing one of its tackles.

P Edge side won; final 29-26

Mason Taylor (TE) is out for NYJ

Taylor, a Jets tight end, is ruled out for Sunday against the Bears with a thumb injury, per Zack Rosenblatt on Oct 2. OUT means he sits this game. With Mitchell and Hall also out, the Jets' passing game runs short of options, which matters when you look at their remaining receivers.

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Jaylen Watson (CB) is out for LAR

Watson, a Rams cornerback, is ruled out for Sunday at Philadelphia with a shoulder injury, per Nate Atkins on Oct 2. OUT means he does not play. The Eagles are missing Smith and Goedert, so both passing games in this one are shorthanded, which cuts against leaning hard on either side's air attack.

P Edge side won; final 24-20

FLA: 256.3 rush yards a game to MIZ's 160

Florida is running for 256.3 a game over 4 games, way up from 136.8 last season, while Missouri has fallen to 160 from 228.3. Both numbers are big swings from last year, so Florida likely cools and Missouri likely climbs back some. On the road at Missouri, Florida's ground game decides whether they can control the clock against a team with a strong running history.

VAN: 31:33 of possession a game to UGA's 20:16

Vanderbilt is holding the ball 31:33 a game over 4 games, right in line with 31:18 last season, while Georgia has dropped to 20:16 from 33:53 last season. Vandy's number looks like a stable style, and Georgia's drop is a big swing that may reflect quick scores as much as trouble. Georgia at home can live with less possession if it is scoring fast, so watch whether Vandy turns long drives into points.

TXST: 281.3 rush yards a game to SDSU's 155.3

Texas State is running for 281.3 a game over 4 games, up from 222.1 last season, while San Diego State has fallen to 155.3 from 198.7. Texas State has a track record on the ground, so this is partly who they are, while SDSU's drop looks more likely to recover some. SDSU at home needs to stop the run on early downs to keep this from becoming a long afternoon of Texas State drives.

BOIS: 0.5 turnovers a game to USU's 2.75

Utah State is turning it over 2.75 times a game over 4 games, far worse than 0.85 last season, while Boise State is at 0.5, improved from 1.5. Both numbers are off last season's pace, so expect each to drift back some over a longer run. On the road at Boise, Utah State cannot afford to keep handing over short fields.

IU: 0.25 turnovers a game to RUTG's 2.5

Indiana has one giveaway in 4 games, in line with last season's 0.5 a game, while Rutgers is at 2.5 a game, way up from 0.92 last season. Indiana's ball security looks real, and Rutgers' number is likely to settle back since it is so far off their track record. Rutgers at home still needs a clean game, because extra possessions for Indiana are hard to overcome.

NEB: 236.5 rush yards a game to MD's 148.3

Nebraska is running for 236.5 a game over 4 games, up from 145.9 last season, and Maryland has also improved to 148.3 from 104.3. Both teams are running better than last year, so the gap is partly Nebraska riding a hot start that may cool. At home, Nebraska grinding on the ground keeps Maryland's offense off the field and shapes the pace of the game.

OSU: 365.3 pass yards a game to IOWA's 209.5

Ohio State is throwing for 365.3 a game over 4 games, up from 268.2 last season, and Iowa is at 209.5, which is a real gain over last season's 143.2. Iowa's improved passing still trails badly, so they will try to win with the run and short possessions at home. Ohio State's pace may cool, but the gap through the air is wide enough to shape how Iowa has to play.

WVU: 294.8 rush yards a game to ISU's 176.8

West Virginia is running for 294.8 a game over 4 games, nearly double last season's 160.6, while Iowa State is at 176.8, about where it was last season at 174.7. Iowa State is steady and West Virginia is the outlier, so expect the WVU number to come down some. The game likely turns on whether Iowa State's front can force West Virginia into passing downs at home.

CIN: 258.8 rush yards a game to ARIZ's 134.3

Cincinnati is running for 258.8 a game over 4 games, up sharply from 176.1 last season, while Arizona has dipped to 134.3 from 152.4. Cincinnati's jump is big enough that some cooling is likely, but even a step back keeps them ahead on the ground. Arizona at home needs to win early downs against the run, or they spend the night chasing a team grinding the clock.

HOU: 71.1% on third down to UCF's 34.9%

Houston is converting 71.1% of third downs over 4 games, a huge jump from 40.3% last season, while UCF is at 34.9%, right in line with its 33.9% last season. UCF's number is stable, and Houston's is almost certain to come down because nobody holds a rate like that for a full season. Even with some regression, Houston extending drives at home means fewer UCF possessions.

BYU: 262.7 rush yards a game to TCU's 138.8

BYU is running for 262.7 a game over 3 games, well above last season's 178.1, while TCU sits at 138.8, close to its 131.4 from last season. TCU's number looks like who they are, and BYU's three-game surge is likely to cool some. If BYU can still lean on the run on the road, they control the clock and keep TCU's offense waiting on the sideline.

MTSU: 0.25 turnovers a game to KU's 2.33

Middle Tennessee has given the ball away once in 4 games, and Kansas is coughing it up 2.33 times a game over 3 games. Both teams sat at 1.08 a game last season, so each side is running well off its normal rate and both numbers should drift back toward that. Turnovers swing short samples hard, which makes Kansas look worse and MTSU look cleaner than either probably is.

MIA: 360 pass yards a game to CLEM's 156.3

Miami is throwing for 360 a game over 4 games, up from 253.2 last season, while Clemson has slid from 267.8 last season to 156.3. Clemson's passing number is the one most likely to move, since a program that threw that well last year rarely stays this low. At home, Clemson has to keep drives on the ground and keep Miami's offense off the field, so watch whether they can stay patient if they fall behind early.

SMU: 392.5 pass yards a game to BC's 164

SMU's passing game has nearly doubled what it did last season per game pace, while BC's air attack fell off a cliff from 280.2 a game last season to 164 over these 4 games. Four games is a small sample, and BC's drop is steep enough that some bounce back is likely. For this game, BC probably needs to lean on the run and shorten the game, since trading throws with an offense at 392.5 a game is a race they are losing on paper.

Rueben Bain Jr. (LB) is out for TB

Bain will miss Sunday's home game against the Packers with a groin injury, taking a pass rusher out of Tampa Bay's front. The sheet does not say who replaces him, so the Bucs likely lean on rotation players for pressure. Less heat on the quarterback can help Green Bay's passing game stay on schedule.

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

Dadrion Taylor-Demerson (S) is out for ARI

Taylor-Demerson is out for Sunday's trip to face the Giants with a back injury. That leaves Arizona short a safety, and the sheet does not say who steps in, so expect a depth player to take his snaps. A weaker last line of defense is a reason to give a little more weight to Giants downfield passing in this matchup.

P Edge side lost; final 24-36

Carl Granderson (DE) is out for NO

Granderson is a starting edge rusher for New Orleans, and an ankle injury keeps him out of Monday's home game against Atlanta. Out means he will not play, so the Saints lose a pass rusher before kickoff. The sheet does not name who replaces him. Bettors should look at how New Orleans pressures the Falcons quarterback without him, especially with two linebackers also ruled out.

Ko Kieft (TE) is out for TB

Kieft has an elbow injury and is ruled out for Sunday against the Packers, so the Bucs are without him at tight end. The report does not say who fills his snaps. Any prop built on Tampa's tight end usage should wait for the final inactive list.

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

Kayode Awosika (G) is out for LAC

Chargers guard Kayode Awosika is out at Seattle, with no injury detail on the report. A backup guard will start. Interior protection is the area to watch, though the sheet does not say how much Awosika has been playing.

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

DeMarvion Overshown (LB) is out for DAL

Overshown has a hamstring injury and is ruled out for Sunday against the Texans. Out means he sits. Dallas is also without cornerback Cobie Durant for this game, so the Cowboys' defense is missing two starters' worth of names on the report.

P Edge side won; final 34-30

Damien Lewis (G) is out for CAR

Lewis, a Panthers guard, is out Sunday against the Lions with an elbow injury, reported Oct 3. He will not play. Detroit is also missing a guard in Ben Bartch, so both interior lines are shorthanded, and tackle Monroe Freeling is questionable for Carolina, which could leave the Panthers line thinner still.

Ben Bartch (G) is out for DET

Bartch, a Lions guard, is out Sunday at Carolina with a foot injury, reported Oct 3. He will not play. The sheet does not name a replacement, so Detroit uses a fill-in on the interior line. Carolina is also without guard Damien Lewis, so both teams are patching a guard spot in this game.

Dalvin Tomlinson (DT) is out for LAC

Tomlinson's hamstring keeps him out of the Chargers' trip to Seattle. Losing a defensive tackle takes size out of the middle of the line against the run. He is one of three Chargers ruled out this week, along with Brenen Thompson and Charlie Kolar.

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

HOU: 38.5% third downs allowed to DAL's 58.8%

Opponents are converting 58.8% of third downs against Dallas and 38.5% against Houston, over 3 games each. Dallas giving up nearly six in ten is a rate that usually drifts down, but three games is all there is. In this matchup, Houston drives that reach third down have a better chance of staying alive than Dallas drives do.

P Edge side lost; final 34-30

Lamar Jackson (QB) is questionable for BAL

Jackson has a back issue but was on the field at the start of Thursday's practice, which is the kind of sign you want to see from a quarterback tagged questionable. Questionable means a real chance he sits, but practicing midweek tilts things toward him playing against Tennessee. He is the Ravens' offense, so his status moves this game more than almost any injury on the slate, and later practice reports are the ones to watch.

P Edge side won; final 18-24

Azeez Al-Shaair (LB) is out for HOU

Al-Shaair has a groin injury and is ruled out for Houston's game against Dallas. Out means no decision left to wait on. The Texans play this one without him at linebacker, and the sheet does not say who takes over his snaps.

P Edge side lost; final 34-30

Charlie Kolar (TE) is out for LAC

Kolar is out with a forearm injury for Sunday's game in Seattle. He joins receiver Brenen Thompson on the Chargers' list of missing pass catchers, so the targets are thinner than usual. The sheet does not name who takes the tight end snaps.

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

Trey Lance (QB) is questionable for LAC

Lance has a groin injury and is questionable, which means it is a real coin flip whether he plays at Seattle. A quarterback's status shapes the whole offense, so his final designation is the news to wait for. The Chargers are already missing Brenen Thompson and Charlie Kolar from their pass catchers.

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

Caleb Douglas (WR) is out for MIA

Douglas has an ankle injury and is ruled out for Sunday at Minnesota, so the Dolphins play without him at receiver. Out means he will not dress. The report does not say who takes his targets, so wait on the inactive list before betting Miami's other receivers.

P Edge side lost; final 10-15

Justin Jefferson (WR) is out for MIN

Out means Jefferson will not play Sunday against the Dolphins, so Minnesota loses its superstar receiver and the first read in its passing game. The ankle injury is keeping him out this week, but the Vikings are hopeful he returns for Week 5 against the Saints, so this looks like a one-game absence. With him gone, the targets spread across the rest of the Minnesota receivers, which makes this a spot to rethink anything built around the Vikings' passing attack.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

Robert Beal Jr. (DE) is out for MIA

Beal, a Dolphins defensive end, is ruled out Sunday at Minnesota with a hamstring injury, reported Oct 3. Out means he will not play. The sheet does not name who picks up his snaps, so Miami has one fewer edge rusher against the Vikings.

P Edge side lost; final 10-15

Charles Demmings (CB) is out for MIN

Demmings, a Vikings cornerback, is out Sunday against the Dolphins with a hamstring injury, reported Oct 3. He will not play. No replacement is listed here, so Minnesota goes deeper into its corner group against Miami's passing game.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

Aidan O'Connell (QB) is questionable for LV

O'Connell is listed questionable for a personal matter and did not practice Wednesday, so this is not an injury and his status depends on when he can rejoin the team. One missed practice does not settle it either way. If he cannot go against Kansas City, Las Vegas turns to its next quarterback, so check the Raiders' updates later in the week before leaning on anything tied to their passing game.

P Edge side lost; final 30-27

Nick Bosa (DE) is out for SF

Kyle Shanahan ruled Bosa out on Monday with a calf injury, so he will not play Sunday against Denver. Because the call came early in the week, the line has had days to absorb his absence. The fact sheet does not name who takes his snaps, so check how San Francisco rotates its edge rushers before betting on Denver's quarterback or sack props.

P Edge side won; final 14-24

BUF: 54.5% on third down to NE's 32.5%

Buffalo has converted 54.5% of its third downs through three games, and New England just 32.5%. Last season the gap was small, 44.8% for Buffalo and 42.9% for New England, so both teams are running hotter and colder than their usual level. Expect both to drift back toward those marks. For this game, the Patriots need early-down yards to avoid long third downs, or Buffalo will hold the ball and the clock.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

CHI: 184.3 rush yards a game to NYJ's 92.3

Chicago is running for 184.3 yards a game over three games, double the Jets' 92.3. The Bears were already a strong run team last season at 144.5, while the Jets fell from 123.3, so the direction fits even if the size is inflated by three games. If Chicago leans on the ground at home, New York has to load the box and dare the Bears to throw, which matters for game pace and the total.

P Edge side won; final 12-23

LAR: 284 pass yards a game to PHI's 191.7

The Rams are throwing for 284 yards a game, Philadelphia 191.7, over three games. This is close to last season, when the Rams sat at 268.1 and the Eagles at 194.3, so the gap looks real. Philadelphia has to keep Rams receivers in front of them and win with a slower, ground-heavy game. Player prop bettors should note the Rams passing volume has held steady across two seasons.

P Edge side won; final 24-20

DAL: 1 sacks taken a game to HOU's 3.33

The widest gap between these two is sacks taken a game: DAL took 1 sacks a game over 3 games; HOU took 3.33 sacks a game over 3 games this season. Last season DAL was at 2.38 over 17 games and HOU at 2.58 over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 34-30

MIN: 13.7 points allowed a game to MIA's 28.7

Minnesota's defense has given up 13.7 points a game through three games, while Miami's has allowed 28.7. Both numbers moved hard from last season: Minnesota allowed 19.6 a game, Miami 24.9, so the Vikings improved and the Dolphins slipped. Three games is a small sample, and both figures likely drift back toward last season's marks. For this game, the question is whether Miami's offense can score enough against a defense that has held up early while its own defense keeps leaking points.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

Brenen Thompson (WR) is out for LAC

Thompson's quadriceps injury rules him out for the Chargers at Seattle. Los Angeles is also missing tight end Charlie Kolar and defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson this week, and quarterback Trey Lance is questionable. The Chargers head into Seattle shorthanded in several spots, which is the bigger picture for this game.

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

SF: 7.47 yards a snap to DEN's 4.87

The widest gap between these two is yards a snap: DEN averaged 4.87 yards a snap on offense over 3 games; SF averaged 7.47 yards a snap on offense over 3 games this season. Last season DEN was at 5.32 over 17 games and SF at 5.49 over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 14-24

James Thompson Jr. (DT) is out for SF

San Francisco defensive tackle James Thompson Jr. has an ankle injury and was ruled out early in the week for the Week 4 game against Denver. With the news out since Sep 29, the market has had time to adjust. Someone else on the interior rotation absorbs his snaps against the Broncos run game.

P Edge side won; final 14-24

Dondrea Tillman (LB) is out for DEN

Tillman, a Broncos linebacker, is ruled out Sunday at San Francisco with a hamstring injury, reported Oct 3. Out means he will not play. No replacement is named on the sheet, so Denver's linebacker group is one short against the 49ers.

P Edge side lost; final 14-24

Jackson Powers-Johnson (G) is out for LV

Las Vegas will be without guard Jackson Powers-Johnson against Kansas City. The report lists no injury or timeline. Interior line absences show up in the run game and inside pressure, so the replacement guard is the name to find before the game.

P Edge side lost; final 30-27

MIN: 22.7% third downs allowed to MIA's 48.1%

Minnesota has allowed just 22.7% of third downs to be converted, and Miami has allowed 48.1%, over 3 games each. A rate as low as Minnesota's is hard to keep up, so expect some drift upward. Even with that, the gap favours Minnesota getting off the field and Miami's offence facing more three-and-outs.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

NO: 281.3 pass yards a game to ATL's 167.7

New Orleans is throwing for 281.3 yards a game over three games, while Atlanta sits at 167.7. Both moved sharply from last season, when the Saints were at 219.3 and Atlanta at 207.2, so expect some pull back toward the middle. Right now Atlanta's offense has to win on the ground and shorten the game to avoid a passing shootout it is losing.

TB: 37.5% red-zone scoring allowed to GB's 83.3%

Tampa Bay has let opponents score on 37.5% of red-zone trips, while Green Bay has given up scores on 83.3%. Both numbers come from 3 games, and red-zone rates swing hard on a handful of drives, so neither is settled. The sheet does not say who either team faced, so schedule cannot be ruled out. For this game, the gap points toward Tampa Bay finishing drives more often than Green Bay, but a few stops or a few short fields can flip it.

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

WSH: 0.33 turnovers a game to IND's 2

Over three games, Indianapolis has given the ball away about twice a game, while Washington has nearly stopped coughing it up. Both teams sat at 1.35 last season over 17 games, so neither number is who these teams are yet: Washington will likely give a few back and the Colts should clean some up. Three games is a short run, but extra possessions at home matter, so watch whether the Colts keep handing Washington short fields.

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

BAL: 167.3 rush yards a game to TEN's 90.3

Baltimore is running for 167.3 yards a game over three games, while Tennessee sits at 90.3. Both numbers line up with last season, 156.6 for Baltimore and 93.5 for Tennessee, so this is a lasting difference. Tennessee has to keep the game close early, because once Baltimore is ahead it can grind out the clock on the ground.

P Edge side won; final 18-24

HOU: 86.7 rushing yards allowed per game to DAL's 179.7

Houston has allowed 86.7 rushing yards a game, and Dallas has allowed 179.7, both over 3 games. That is a big gap, though three games is a short look and the sheet does not show which offences built these numbers. If it holds, Houston has a clear path to lean on the run against Dallas, which can shorten the game and keep Dallas off the field.

P Edge side lost; final 34-30

ATL: 47.7 rushing yards allowed per game to NO's 128.7

Atlanta is allowing 47.7 rushing yards a game; New Orleans is allowing 128.7, both over 3 games. Atlanta's figure is very low and likely climbs, especially if opponents gave up on the run while ahead or behind. The run edge in this game still sits with Atlanta's offence against a New Orleans front that has been easier to move.

DET: 117.3 rushing yards allowed per game to CAR's 193.3

Carolina has given up 193.3 rushing yards a game, and Detroit 117.3, over 3 games each. Teams that trail late face more runs, so some of Carolina's number may be script rather than pure weakness. Either way, Detroit's ground game is the clearer path in this matchup.

CHI: 5.17 yards per rush attempt to NYJ's 3.17

Chicago is gaining two more yards per carry than the Jets, so the Bears can lean on the run while New York keeps getting stuffed. The Jets were at 4.53 last season, so 3.17 over three games is a steep drop; Chicago is up from 4.75. Both numbers should move back toward last year. If the Jets cannot run, they get pushed into obvious passing downs, which suits a Bears team playing at home.

P Edge side won; final 12-23

GB: 266.7 pass yards a game to TB's 185

Green Bay is throwing for 266.7 yards a game over three games, Tampa Bay 185. Last season they were close, 212.8 and 205.9, so both teams have moved from their usual level in a short sample. Tampa Bay needs a better passing day at home to keep up, and Packers passing props are priced off a three-game jump.

P Edge side won; final 17-14

DET: 75% fourth-down conversion rate to CAR's 16.7%

Fourth-down rates swing wildly because teams only try a handful a game, and three games is a tiny sample. Carolina converted 67.5% last season, so 16.7% now looks like noise, while Detroit's 75% sits above its 58.1% from a year ago. Neither number should be trusted to hold. The useful part is that Detroit keeps going for it, which can add possessions and points when a drive stalls near midfield.

MIN: 23.7 points per game to MIA's 12

MIA is at 12 points per game over 3 games; MIN is at 23.7 over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season MIA was at 20.4 over 17 games and MIN at 20.2 over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

ARIZ: 299.5 team passing yards per game to CIN's 203.5

Arizona throws for 299.5 a game over 4 games, Cincinnati 203.5. Arizona is up from 255.2 last season, so some regression is likely, though passing is their identity. This collides directly with Cincinnati's heavy run game. Whichever side controls the pace and possessions has the clearer edge in how this game gets played.

FRES: 2.25 takeaways per game to WSU's 0.75

FRES is at 2.25 takeaways per game over 4 games; WSU is at 0.75 over 4 games. Those are what each defense has allowed in this season's games through Oct 2.

MIN: 4.77 yards per play allowed to MIA's 6.3

MIA is at 6.3 yards per play allowed over 3 games; MIN is at 4.77 over 3 games. Those are what each defense has allowed in this season's games through Oct 2.

P Edge side won; final 10-15

DAL: 29.3 points per game to HOU's 18

Dallas is scoring 29.3 points a game over three games, close to its 27.7 last season, so that looks real. Houston has fallen to 18 after posting 23.8 a year ago, the bigger change of the two. The Texans should climb some at home. The Cowboys look like the steadier offense here, and the total depends on whether Houston can get back toward last year's form.

P Edge side won; final 34-30

SF: 90% red-zone scoring rate to DEN's 60%

DEN is at 60% red-zone scoring rate over 3 games; SF is at 90% over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season DEN was at 57.9% over 17 games and SF at 65.2% over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 14-24

BOIS: 36:46 time of possession per game to USU's 27:14

USU is at 27:14 time of possession per game over 4 games; BOIS is at 36:46 over 4 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season USU was at 27:19 over 13 games and BOIS at 32:59 over 14 games.

Dodgers 7-1 in Tarik Skubal's last 8 starts

The Dodgers are 7-1 in Skubal's last 8 starts, with 7 straight wins after a loss to open the stretch. Eight starts is small, and the sheet does not split his work from the bats behind him. Seven in a row is hard to keep going. Against Atlanta tonight, it is a read on recent form, and the price decides whether that form is worth paying for.

KC: 6.47 yards per play to LV's 4.93

Kansas City is getting about a yard and a half more per snap than Las Vegas, and the Chiefs are well above their 5.05 from last season over three games. Their last game had 4 plays of 20-plus yards, including Mahomes to Travis Kelce for 48. The Raiders are up from 4.35 too and hit 3 big plays last time, led by a 36-yard Mike Washington Jr. touchdown run. Big plays inflate these rates fast, so the Chiefs hitting deep throws on the road is what keeps their edge alive.

P Edge side won; final 30-27

UK: 2 takeaways per game to SC's 0.5

Kentucky forces 2 takeaways a game over four games, and South Carolina forces 0.5. Kentucky's defense has been taking the ball away, and South Carolina's has not. Turnovers bounce around a lot, so four games is not enough to call Kentucky a ball-hawking unit for sure. On the road at South Carolina, the edge gives Kentucky a few extra chances, which matters most in a game expected to be close.

CHI: 2 takeaways per game to NYJ's 0.67

Chicago is forcing 2 takeaways a game, and the Jets 0.67, over 3 games each. Takeaways bounce around more than almost any stat, so neither pace is likely to hold exactly. For this game, Chicago has the defense more likely to create a short field, and turnover-driven swings lean their way.

P Edge side won; final 12-23

LV: 3 takeaways per game to KC's 1.67

Las Vegas is forcing 3 takeaways a game, and Kansas City 1.67, over 3 games each. Three a game is a pace almost no defense keeps, so expect it to cool. The edge still leans Las Vegas in this spot, and turnovers can swing a close game more than any single number here.

P Edge side lost; final 30-27

WVU: 53.2% third-down conversion rate to ISU's 31.1%

West Virginia converts 53.2% of third downs through 4 games, Iowa State 31.1%. That is a big flip from last season, when West Virginia was at 29.6% and Iowa State at 40.1%. Both numbers look likely to move back toward those marks. Four games is a small sample to buy a full reversal, especially with West Virginia on the road.

CSU: 172 rushing yards per game to ORST's 97.3

Colorado State is running for 172 yards a game through four games, a big jump from 108.3 last season, while Oregon State has fallen to 97.3 after 123.8 last year. Four games is a small window, so some of that is who each team has played. If both numbers are real, Colorado State can lean on the ground game at home and shorten the game, which matters most if Oregon State needs to keep pace through the air.

PUR @ ILL carries a 62.5 market total

At 62.5, the market expects Purdue and Illinois to trade points all night, 10.5 more than the typical game on this 32-game slate. The fact sheet carries no team stats, so the case for this number rests on the market alone. For it to crack, drives would have to stall: long possessions, field goals instead of touchdowns, or a slow first half that never catches up. If the early pace looks more like a 52-point game, that is the sign the expectation is off.

UNLV: 179.5 rush yards a game to CAL's 101.5

UNLV is running for 179.5 a game over 4 games, a bit below last season's 195.5, while Cal is at 101.5, up from 81.7. UNLV's number looks steady, and Cal has never run the ball well, so this gap is likely to hold. Cal on the road probably has to win through the air, since a run-heavy plan has not worked for them across two seasons.

BUF: 6.67 yards per play to NE's 5.2

Buffalo is gaining 6.67 yards a play over three games, up from 5.94 last season, while New England has fallen from 6.23 to 5.2. The Patriots still hit 5 plays of 20-plus yards in their last game, with Drake Maye finding DeMario Douglas for 38, so the explosive plays are there even if the per-play number lags. Both should move back toward last year. Big Maye throws are New England's path to keeping pace in Buffalo.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

TTU: 36.3 points per game to COLO's 21.5

Texas Tech is putting up 36.3 a game, close to the 39.4 it averaged over 14 games last season, and Colorado is at 21.5 after 20.9 last year. Both numbers line up with last season, so this gap looks like who these teams are. Colorado needs a slower, shorter game at home to stay close, and the more possessions there are, the more Texas Tech's scoring edge shows up.

BYU: 44 points per game to TCU's 29.3

BYU is scoring 44 a game, but that comes from only three games, and last season it sat at 31.4 over 14. TCU is at 29.3, almost exactly last year's 30.7, so its number looks steady. Expect BYU's scoring to drift back toward last season's level on the road, which makes the full-game total and BYU team total the places where the early number can mislead.

KC: 6.47 yards a snap to LV's 4.93

Kansas City averages 6.47 yards per play over three games, Las Vegas 4.93. Both are well above last season, 5.05 and 4.35, so some cooling is likely, but the gap between them matches last season. The Raiders need to shorten the game and limit the number of Chiefs drives.

P Edge side won; final 30-27

ORST @ CSU carries a 62.5 market total

Oregon State at Colorado State sits at 62.5, tied for the highest total on a slate where the middle game is 52. The market is pricing a lot of quick scoring from both sides, and the sheet offers no team numbers to explain why. A total this high needs both offenses to finish drives, so a couple of empty red-zone trips early is the kind of start that pulls a game back toward the slate norm.

SEA: 141.7 passing yards allowed per game to LAC's 233

Seattle is allowing 141.7 passing yards a game, and the Chargers 233, both over 3 games. The sheet does not say which passers Seattle has faced, and a team playing from ahead often sees more throws, not fewer. Seattle's pass defense has been the tougher one, which works against Chargers passing totals here.

P Edge side won; final 23-30

Jaylen Wright (RB) is questionable for MIA

Wright is dealing with a foot injury and was limited at Wednesday's practice, which is why Miami lists him as questionable for the trip to Minnesota. A limited session means he did some work, so he is not ruled out, and his Thursday and Friday practice reports will show which way this is heading. If you are looking at his rushing props, wait for the final status before acting, since the sheet does not name who would take his carries.

P Edge side lost; final 10-15

D'Andre Swift (RB) is questionable for CHI

Swift (knee) is expected to practice Friday, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports. Reported Oct 2.

P Edge side won; final 12-23

Mike Evans (WR) is questionable for SF

Evans has a rib injury, and Kyle Shanahan said Friday he will be a game-time decision for Sunday against the Broncos. A game-time call means even the coaching staff doesn't know yet, so this could break either way. If you want Evans props or anything leaning on the San Francisco passing game, hold off until inactives come out.

P Edge side won; final 14-24

KhaDarel Hodge (WR) is questionable for SF

Hodge has a knee injury and did not practice Wednesday, according to the Oct 1 report. A missed Wednesday session alone doesn't decide it, but it puts him behind the other questionable receivers. With Mike Evans also uncertain for San Francisco, watch how the receiver group shakes out before you bet anything on the depth chart against Denver.

P Edge side won; final 14-24

CSU: 172 rush yards a game to ORST's 97.3

Colorado State has run the ball far better than Oregon State through four games, 172 yards a game to 97.3. Both numbers flipped from last season, when Oregon State ran for 123.8 and CSU for 108.3, so four games is doing a lot of the work here. If CSU's ground game is real, it lets them shorten the game at home and keep Oregon State's offense on the sideline. Watch early whether CSU can move it on the ground before buying the full gap.

USC: 56.1% on third down to WASH's 34%

USC is converting 56.1% of third downs over 5 games, close to last season's 51%, while Washington is at 34% over 4 games, way down from 50.3% last season. USC looks like itself, and Washington's drop is likely to bounce back some. At USC, Washington needs to stay ahead on early downs, because long third downs have been where its drives die this season.

BAL: 30:39 time of possession per game to TEN's 23:28

TEN is at 23:28 time of possession per game over 3 games; BAL is at 30:39 over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season TEN was at 29:08 over 17 games and BAL at 29:11 over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 18-24

MIA: 0.5 turnovers committed per game to CLEM's 1.75

MIA is at 0.5 turnovers committed per game over 4 games; CLEM is at 1.75 over 4 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season MIA was at 0.94 over 16 games and CLEM at 1.15 over 13 games.

LeQuint Allen Jr. (RB) is questionable for JAX

Allen has a hip issue and was limited in Thursday's practice, per the Oct 1 report. Limited means he did some work, which usually points closer to playing than sitting, though questionable keeps it open for Jacksonville's trip to Cincinnati. The sheet does not say who takes his carries if he sits, so watch for his final status before betting anything tied to the Jaguars backfield.

P Edge side won; final 22-17

Jakobi Meyers (WR) is questionable for JAX

Meyers has a thumb injury and was limited in Thursday's practice, which means he worked but not fully. Questionable with a limited session usually points toward playing, though a thumb can affect how a receiver catches the ball. Friday's practice status is the next clue before Jacksonville visits Cincinnati, and his targets would shift to other Jaguars receivers if he sits.

P Edge side won; final 22-17

Nico Collins (WR) is questionable for HOU

Collins is dealing with a hamstring injury, and the news as of Oct 2 is that he was on the field for Friday's practice. Questionable means it is a coin flip on paper, but practicing late in the week usually points toward playing. Hamstrings can flare up, so check the inactive list before kickoff against Dallas, and be careful with his props until his status is confirmed.

P Edge side lost; final 34-30

Chris Bell (WR) is questionable for MIA

Bell (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 10-15

Ashton Dulin (WR) is questionable for IND

Dulin (ankle) is not practicing Wednesday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports. Reported Sep 30.

P Edge side won; final 30-13

Jaylen Waddle (WR) is questionable for DEN

Questionable means Waddle could go either way, and the worry is a walking boot on his right foot after the win over the Rams. The Sep 29 report says he is believed to be fine, which points toward playing at San Francisco. A boot is still a boot, so the practice reports later in the week are the real tell before you build anything around him.

P Edge side lost; final 14-24

Ladd McConkey (WR) is questionable for LAC

McConkey carries a foot injury into Sunday's trip to Seattle and was listed as questionable on Oct 2, which means a real chance of sitting. A foot issue for a receiver can limit the cuts and burst the role depends on even if McConkey plays. Check the final status before kickoff, and be careful with any Chargers passing prop until McConkey's availability is settled.

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

Puka Nacua (WR) is questionable for LAR

Nacua (hip) officially was listed as a limited participant on Thursday's injury report, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side won; final 24-20

Keaton Mitchell (RB) is questionable for LAC

Mitchell (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

Keon Coleman (WR) is questionable for BUF

Coleman (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

Tyrone Tracy Jr. (RB) is questionable for NYG

Tracy is dealing with a knee issue and was limited in Thursday's practice, so he got some work in without a full load. Questionable means it is a real coin flip, and a limited session late in the week usually points toward playing more than sitting. The sheet names no backup, so if you are looking at Giants rushing props against Arizona, wait for the final status before the game rather than betting on his volume early.

P Edge side won; final 24-36

Will Shipley (RB) is questionable for PHI

Shipley (foot) did not participate in Wednesday's practice. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Tyjae Spears (RB) is questionable for TEN

Tennessee running back Tyjae Spears has an ankle injury and is questionable at Baltimore. The sheet gives no practice detail, so his chances are unclear. If he sits, his carries go to the other Titans backs, and his props are worth leaving alone until inactives post.

P Edge side lost; final 18-24

Zay Flowers (WR) is questionable for BAL

Zay Flowers has a hamstring issue and was limited in Friday's practice, which leaves him questionable for Sunday against the Titans. Questionable means a real chance either way, and a Friday limited session suggests he was working but not at full speed. Hamstrings can linger, so if you are looking at Baltimore receiving props, wait for the inactive list before kickoff.

P Edge side won; final 18-24

Kene Nwangwu (RB) is questionable for NYJ

Nwangwu (back) was limited in Wednesday's practice, Antwan V. Staley of the New York Daily News reports. Reported Sep 30.

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

DJ Moore (WR) is questionable for BUF

Buffalo receiver DJ Moore has a shoulder injury and practiced Friday in a non-contact jersey, which puts him on the field in a limited way. Questionable leaves his status open for New England. Practicing at all is a better sign than sitting, but confirm he is active before betting on his numbers.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

George Holani (RB) is questionable for SEA

Holani (ribs) remained limited in Thursday's practice, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side won; final 23-30

Jalen Coker (WR) is questionable for CAR

Coker has a quadriceps injury and is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game against the Lions. The report doesn't say how much he practiced, so there isn't much to go on beyond the status itself. Because it's a night game, the final word comes late, so wait for inactives before backing any Carolina receiver prop.

Ray Davis (RB) is questionable for BUF

Davis (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots. Reported Oct 2.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

Tony Pollard (RB) is questionable for TEN

Pollard has a foot injury, and Robert Saleh said he was expected to practice Thursday, a good sign for a back tagged questionable. If he does practice, he looks likely to suit up at Baltimore. If the foot keeps him out or limits him, Tennessee's other backs pick up the carries, so his workload is the thing to confirm before kickoff.

P Edge side lost; final 18-24

Bucky Irving (RB) is questionable for TB

Irving (glute) remained limited at Thursday's practice. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

Chris Godwin Jr. (WR) is questionable for TB

Godwin (ankle) is participating in Thursday's practice, Greg Auman of Fox Sports reports. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

KC: 153.3 rushing yards per game to LV's 100

Kansas City is running for 153.3 yards a game over three games, way above its 106.6 last season, while the Raiders are up to 100 from 77.5. The Chiefs leaning on the run this much is a change in style. Expect some cooling, but a Chiefs team that can run shortens the game and protects a lead. That matters for totals in Las Vegas.

P Edge side won; final 30-27

TB: 76 rushing yards allowed per game to GB's 138.7

Tampa Bay has allowed 76 rushing yards a game and Green Bay 138.7, over 3 games each. Three games is short, and the sheet does not show which offences built these numbers. In this matchup, Tampa Bay's run game has the softer front to work against, while Green Bay's runners face a defense that has held up.

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

NYY games have gone OVER 6 straight

Yankees games have produced 10.3 runs a night during this six-game over streak, against totals that averaged 6.5. Tonight's total sits at 7, a small move by the books and far below what these games have been producing. Six games is a short sample, and scoring that high usually cools. For New York at Tampa Bay, decide whether 7 has caught up to how these teams are hitting or still sits low.

P final total 1 vs 7

SDSU: 240.3 passing yards allowed per game to TXST's 346

San Diego State allows 240.3 passing yards a game over four games, and Texas State allows 346, which is a lot of air yards. Both secondaries give up real yards, but Texas State's is far easier to throw on. Without opponent detail, the Texas State number may be inflated by facing pass-heavy teams, yet 346 a game is tough to fully explain away. At home, San Diego State gets the better passing matchup, which shapes how you view its offense and the total.

LAD games have gone UNDER 6 straight

Six straight Dodgers games have stayed under, averaging 5.7 combined runs against totals that averaged 8. The sheet doesn't name the pitchers or opponents behind it, so six games is all the evidence there is. Tonight's total is 8.5, higher than the streak's average line, which gives the under a little more room if scoring stays low. The bettor's job is deciding whether Atlanta at Los Angeles plays like those quiet games.

P final total 8 vs 8.5

FRES: 0.5 turnovers a game to WSU's 1.75

Fresno State has turned it over 0.5 times a game through four, Washington State 1.75. Last season the two were nearly even, 1.54 for Fresno and 1.62 for Wazzu, so Fresno's clean start is the bigger outlier and the likelier number to drift. Wazzu giving away extra possessions at home is the danger for them. Expect the gap to narrow over time, which matters more for future spots than for one game.

LOU: 0.25 turnovers a game to NCSU's 1.5

Louisville has given the ball away once in four games, 0.25 a game, while NC State is at 1.5. Last season Louisville was at 1.31 and NC State at 1, so both teams are running well off their usual rate and some of that should come back toward normal. Turnovers swing a lot over four games. The gap gives Louisville an edge on the road, but a game priced heavily on ball security is pricing the part most likely to move.

Jayden Gibson (WR) is out for the season for SC

Wide receiver reported out for the year with a lower-body injury. FAIREY CHEVROLET Drive to Game Five: Everything you need to know ahead of South Carolina-Kentucky — GamecockCentral (2026-10-01)

Jaedon Harmon (LB) is out for the season for TENN

Linebacker; knee injury. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02)

Edrees Farooq (DB) is out for the season for TENN

Starting safety; knee injury. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02)

Ira Singleton IV (DE) is out for the season for SMU

Defensive end; September 29 attributed reporting says an undisclosed condition is expected to end his season; also listed out this week. ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02) RotoWire: Ira Singleton — Expected to be out for season (2026-09-29)

Dylan Lewis (DB) is out for the season for TENN

Safety; foot injury. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02)

Wendell Moe Jr. (OL) is out for the season for TENN

Starting left guard; lower-leg injury. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02) AOL / Vols Wire: Tennessee-Auburn football game updated injury report (2026-10-02)

Jadais Richard (DB) is out for the season for TENN

Cornerback; upper-body injury. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02)

Darius Wiley (DL) is out for the season for WVU

Defensive lineman listed out for this matchup; October 1 reporting identifies his season-opening injury as season-ending without specifying the condition. West Virginia vs. Iowa State Big 12 availability report: 10-1 (2026-10-02) Key WVU Football WR Out for Iowa State Game (2026-10-01)

Terry Bussey (WR) is out for the season for TA&M

Wide receiver suffered a season-ending leg injury on the opening kickoff against Kentucky and remains out in Friday's Arkansas availability update. Craver's status unchanged, Watkins is 'out' on Availability Report update — TexAgs; originally published September 30, includes October 2 Friday update (2026-09-30)

Jacob Redding (S) is out for the season for BAY

Safety; October 1 reporting confirms a season-ending ACL injury and absence against ASU. Baylor's Initial Injury Report Ahead of Arizona State Comes Back Mostly Clean (2026-10-01)

Devonte Tezino (DL) is out for the season for BAY

Defensive lineman; October 1 reporting confirms a season-ending ankle injury and absence against ASU. Baylor's Initial Injury Report Ahead of Arizona State Comes Back Mostly Clean (2026-10-01)

Tony Freeman (WR) is out for the season for WSU

Wide receiver; October 2 reporting reiterates that his knee injury has ended his 2026 season, despite omission from the availability report. Hudson Cedarland — May be out for season, October 2 news entry (2026-10-02)

Hudson Cedarland (TE) is out for the season for WSU

Tight end; October 2 reporting identifies an ongoing leg injury and possible season-long absence. A definitive season-ending determination is not established. Hudson Cedarland — May be out for season, October 2 news entry (2026-10-02)

Nylan Brown (LB) is out for the season for WSU

Reserve linebacker and special-teams contributor; foot injury against Arizona. Expected to miss significant time; season-ending status remains undetermined. WSU RB Kirby Vorhees listed as questionable, TE Trey Leckner probable on first Pac-12 availability report (2026-10-01)

Khamari Anderson (TE) is out for the season for ASU

Tight end; October 1 reporting confirms a season-ending injury and lists him out on the September 30 Baylor availability report. What to Know About Arizona State's Injury Report, Depth Chart Vs. Baylor (2026-10-01)

Izayia Williams (LB) is out for the season for FSU

LB; the October 2 report explicitly identifies a season-ending absence. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Daylen Green (LB) is out for the season for FSU

LB; the October 2 report explicitly identifies a season-ending absence. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Kory Amachree (RB) is out for the season for KU

Running back; Covers' October 2 entry says an undisclosed injury is expected to sideline him for the remainder of the season. Covers: Kansas Jayhawks Injury Report — October 2 entries for Ballard, Bruhn and Amachree (2026-10-02)

Yasin Willis (RB) is out for the season for KU

Running back; October 2 reporting discusses his continued absence and says he could miss the season. A season-ending designation is not definitive. KU Sports, Henry Greenstein: Preview: Jayhawks open 9-game stretch by facing Middle Tennessee (2026-10-02)

Karson Hobbs (DB) is out for the season for FSU

DB; the October 2 report explicitly identifies a season-ending absence. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

VAN: 3.5 fourth-down attempts per game to UGA's 0.75

VAN is at 3.5 fourth-down attempts per game over 4 games; UGA is at 0.75 over 4 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season VAN was at 1.38 over 13 games and UGA at 1.43 over 14 games.

Cayden Jones (LB) is out for the season for ALA

Linebacker reported out for the season on October 1 and retained as out on the October 2 Friday report; condition unspecified. Alabama-Mississippi State Injury Report and Keys to the Game (2026-10-01) Friday Availability Report for No. 7 Alabama at No. 16 Mississippi State (2026-10-02)

Ethan Davis (TE) is out for the season for TENN

Starting tight end; knee injury. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02)

Cam Edwards (RB) is out for the season for MSU

RB; season-ending injury. Jordan Hall doubtful as Michigan State lists 15 players on initial Wisconsin availability report — Spartans Illustrated (2026-09-30)

Joakim Dodson (WR) is out for the season for TENN

Wide receiver and kick returner; leg injury. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02)

Jeremiah Beaman (DL) is out for the season for ALA

Defensive lineman reported out for the season on October 1 and retained as out on the October 2 Friday report; condition unspecified. Alabama-Mississippi State Injury Report and Keys to the Game (2026-10-01) Friday Availability Report for No. 7 Alabama at No. 16 Mississippi State (2026-10-02)

Noble Thomas Jr. (DB) is out for the season for ORST

Cornerback. Portland Tribune (Oct. 1) reports he will miss a second straight season. Week 4 Preview: Oregon State vs. Colorado State (Portland Tribune, Isaac Streeter) (2026-10-01)

SEA: 266.7 pass yards a game to LAC's 195.7

Seattle is throwing for 266.7 yards a game over three games, the Chargers 195.7. Seattle was at 228.1 last season and the Chargers at 212.2, so Seattle is running hot and the Chargers cold. Expect both to move toward those marks, but for now the Chargers need long drives on the road to keep Seattle's passing game off the field.

P Edge side won; final 23-30

Jackson Repp (WR) is out for the season for SC

Receiver reported expected to miss the year; condition unspecified. FAIREY CHEVROLET Drive to Game Five: Everything you need to know ahead of South Carolina-Kentucky — GamecockCentral (2026-10-01)

Jayden Sellers (WR) is out for the season for SC

Wide receiver reported out for the year with a lower-body injury. FAIREY CHEVROLET Drive to Game Five: Everything you need to know ahead of South Carolina-Kentucky — GamecockCentral (2026-10-01)

Tovani Mizell (RB) is out for the season for UK

October 1 game preview reports a season-long absence; condition unspecified. Kentucky Wildcats vs South Carolina Gamecocks | NCAAF Week 5 Preview (Oct 3, 2026) — Betting Brain (2026-10-01)

SEA: 25 points per game to LAC's 14.7

The Chargers are scoring just 14.7 points a game over three games after posting 21.6 last season, which is a big drop. Seattle at 25 is below its 28.4 from a year ago, but still well ahead. Expect the Chargers to bounce up some. This one hinges on whether the Chargers can get back near last year's scoring on the road.

P Edge side won; final 23-30

Raderrion Daniels (DB) is out for the season for PUR

Defensive back; knee injury; current-week reporting reiterates a season-ending absence and Friday's report lists him out. Purdue Football vs. Illinois Availability Report #3 (2026-10-02) Purdue Initial Availability Report vs. Illinois — Who's In, Who's Out? (2026-10-01)

Randal Grichuk (bats R) gets a LHP from the 2nd spot

Grichuk has a 1.025 OPS in 165 at-bats against lefties and a .636 in 100 at-bats against righties, so he turns into a much better hitter with a lefty on the mound. The lefty split is the larger of the two samples, which makes it more trustworthy. Batting second against Parker Messick gets him up in the first inning and more trips overall. His props and early scoring looks are where this split applies.

P 0-for-2, 0 TB

Jude Nelson (TE) is out for the season for USU

TE; condition undisclosed. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Chris Joe (LB) is out for the season for USU

ILB; condition undisclosed. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Zahir Mathis (LB) is out for the season for MD

Defensive end and former five-star recruit. Season-ending injury in the preseason (SI Nebraska preview, Oct. 2, 2026). How to Watch Nebraska Football vs. Maryland with Preview, Breakdown, TV Channel (SI) (2026-10-02)

Kylan Fox (TE) is out for the season for PUR

Tight end; knee injury; current-week reporting reiterates a season-ending absence and Friday's report lists him out. Purdue Football vs. Illinois Availability Report #3 (2026-10-02) Purdue Initial Availability Report vs. Illinois — Who's In, Who's Out? (2026-10-01)

Brett Carroll (OL) is out for the season for MINN

Backup center; September 30 reporting reiterates his season-ending absence. Minnesota Sports Fan: MN Gophers vs Michigan Preview: 100th Little Brown Jug Battle (2026-10-02) Minnesota Sports Fan: Gopher Football Loses Starting Center for Season (2026-09-30)

Ashton Beers (OL) is out for the season for MINN

Starting center; current-week reporting establishes a season-ending lower-leg/ankle injury. On3 Gophers Nation: Minnesota vs Michigan: Thursday Availability Report (2026-10-02) On3 Gophers Nation: Minnesota vs Michigan Wednesday Availability Report: Gophers starting OL out for season (2026-10-01)

NE: 170 passing yards allowed per game to BUF's 254.3

New England has held opponents to 170 passing yards a game, while Buffalo has given up 254.3 through the air. Both numbers come from three games, and the sheet does not say which quarterbacks they faced, so schedule could explain part of the gap. Three games is enough to show a lean but not enough to call either secondary settled. With this game in Buffalo, the Patriots offense has the softer pass defense in front of it, which matters for yardage and totals.

P Edge side won; final 29-26

NEB: 12 points allowed per game to MD's 25.8

Nebraska is allowing 12 points a game through four games, half of the 24.6 it gave up last season. Maryland is at 25.8, almost the same as its 26.5 last year. A drop that big over four games points partly to the schedule, so expect Nebraska's number to rise. Maryland's offense will give a better sense of whether this Nebraska defense has truly improved.

NO: 27 points per game to ATL's 17

ATL is at 17 points per game over 3 games; NO is at 27 over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season ATL was at 20.8 over 17 games and NO at 18 over 17 games.

TXST: 36.3 points per game to SDSU's 23

Texas State is scoring 36.3 a game, nearly the same as last season's 36.5, and San Diego State is at 23 after 26.4. Both numbers look stable through four games. Texas State's offense has kept up its scoring from last year, so it brings that edge into San Diego State, which will need to slow the pace and keep the game low-scoring.

MIA: 9 points allowed per game to CLEM's 22

MIA is at 9 points allowed per game over 4 games; CLEM is at 22 over 4 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season MIA was at 14.8 over 16 games and CLEM at 20.5 over 13 games.

GB: 2.67 sacks taken per game to TB's 4.33

Tampa Bay is giving up 4.33 sacks a game over three games, almost double its 2.38 from last season, while Green Bay is at 2.67, up from 2.07. Sacks kill drives and push an offense into long down-and-distance. Expect Tampa to come down some. If the Bucs keep getting hit at home, their drives stall and the Packers get extra possessions.

P Edge side won; final 17-14

ILL: 26.5 points allowed per game to PUR's 39.5

Purdue is giving up 39.5 points a game through four games, worse than the 31.8 it allowed last season, and Illinois is at 26.5 after 23.6. Both defenses are leaking more than last year, Purdue far more so. Four games can exaggerate, but Purdue's defense was already poor last season, so Illinois scoring well at home looks more likely than a sudden Purdue turnaround.

DET: 4 sacks recorded per game to CAR's 2.33

Detroit is getting to the quarterback 4 times a game, and Carolina's defense sits at 2.33. That is a real pass rush gap, built over three games. Sack numbers swing hard on who you play and whether opponents fell behind and had to throw, and the sheet gives no opponent detail, so expect Detroit's rate to come down some. In Carolina, watch how the Panthers protect: extra blockers held back mean fewer receivers running routes.

SF: 0 sacks taken per game to DEN's 1.67

DEN is at 1.67 sacks taken per game over 3 games; SF is at 0 over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season DEN was at 1.77 over 17 games and SF at 1.8 over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 14-24

ARK: 275.3 team passing yards per game to TA&M's 193.5

Arkansas is throwing for 275.3 yards a game, a little above last season's 262.9, and Texas A&M has dropped to 193.5 after 259.8. The Arkansas number looks real. Texas A&M's fall over four games may reflect a change in approach or opponents, but its passing should climb back up. On the road, Arkansas is likely to rely on the pass to keep up.

SEA: 1 sack taken per game to LAC's 2.67

Seattle's quarterback has gone down once a game through three games, while the Chargers are taking 2.67. Both teams are in line with last season, when Seattle sat at 2.08 and the Chargers at 3.75, so this looks like who they are. The Chargers carry the leakier protection into a road game, so drives stalling on a big loss and Seattle's pass rush getting home are the likelier scripts here.

P Edge side won; final 23-30

ARI: 100% fourth-down conversion rate to NYG's 50%

Fourth-down rates over three games mean very little, since teams attempt only a few. Arizona converted 42.9% last season, so 100% now is unsustainable. The Giants at 50% are near their 46.2% from a year ago. Arizona's aggression on fourth down is the part that may stick, and it can add drives in a close game.

P Edge side lost; final 24-36

TEN: 50% fourth-down conversion rate to BAL's 0%

TEN is at 50% fourth-down conversion rate over 3 games; BAL is at 0% over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season TEN was at 45.7% over 17 games and BAL at 60% over 17 games.

P Edge side lost; final 18-24

WSH: 82 rushing yards allowed per game to IND's 141.3

Washington allows 82 rushing yards a game. Indianapolis allows 141.3, so the Colts have been much easier to run on. That covers three games each, and the sheet does not show how run-heavy those opponents were, so some of Washington's number may come from teams that chased points through the air. A gap this wide usually narrows over a season. For this game, the clearer edge is Washington's ground game against the Colts front.

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

BUF: 0.67 interceptions thrown per game to NE's 2

NE is at 2 interceptions thrown per game over 3 games; BUF is at 0.67 over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season NE was at 0.47 over 17 games and BUF at 0.59 over 17 games.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

KC: 4.83 yards per rush attempt to LV's 3.23

Kansas City is getting 4.83 yards a carry through three games, up from 4.29 last season, while Las Vegas sits at 3.23 after 3.38 last year. The Raiders number barely moved, which says their ground game is what it was. The Chiefs jump is three games and could settle back toward last season, but even then they run better than Vegas, which helps them shorten the game if they get a lead.

P Edge side won; final 30-27

Caleb Williams

Hamstring · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 12-23

NYJ: 4.67 yards per play allowed to CHI's 5.93

The Jets allow 4.67 yards a play, and Chicago allows 5.93. On a per-snap basis, the Jets defense has been clearly harder to move the ball on across three games. Yards per play is steadier than most stats, but three games is still a small sample and the sheet does not say who those offenses were. In Chicago, the Bears defense is the one more likely to give up chunk plays, which leans toward the Jets offense finding room.

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Kayode Awosika

Fibula · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

Justin Jefferson

Ankle · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 10-15

Robert Beal Jr.

Hamstring · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 10-15

Brenen Thompson

Quadricep · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

Caleb Douglas

Ankle · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 10-15

Charlie Kolar

Forearm · Limited practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

Zach Charbonnet

Knee · Limited practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 23-30

TCU: 24.5% third downs allowed to BYU's 43.6%

TCU allows opponents to convert 24.5% of third downs over four games, while BYU allows 43.6% over three. TCU gets off the field, and BYU has struggled to. BYU's number comes from only three games, so it could shift quickly with one strong outing. At home, TCU's third down edge could mean more possessions, which is a useful way to think about drives and the total.

James Thompson Jr.

Ankle · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 14-24

Charles Demmings

Hamstring · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 10-15

Dalvin Tomlinson

Hamstring · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 23-30

Storm Duck

Knee, Achilles · Full practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 10-15

Benjamin Morrison

Quadricep · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

Ko Kieft

Elbow · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

Azeez Al-Shaair

Groin · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 34-30

Warren Brinson

Calf, Groin · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 17-14

Ethan Pocic

Knee · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 18-24

Dylan Parham

Knee · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Noah Sewell

Achilles · Full practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 12-23

Keenan Allen

Not injury related - resting player, Groin · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 30-13

Braves are 5-1 vs Dodgers this season

Atlanta has won five of six against the Dodgers this season, and the last meeting was a 1-0 game. Six games is small, and the sheet does not show starters or venues. Tonight is in Los Angeles, so price it on the pitchers and the park, with the season series as background.

Sam Cosmi

Concussion, Throat · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

Anthony Campbell

Ankle · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 17-14

Zack Baun

Concussion · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Brenden Schooler

Back · Limited practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 29-26

Jayden Daniels

Elbow · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

Kyler Gordon

Calf · Full practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 12-23

Aaron Donald

Back · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 24-20

Kyle Dugger

Quadricep · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 22-17

Colbie Young

Knee · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 22-17

Nick Cross

Illness · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

Jovaughn Gwyn

Ankle · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 18-24

Jacob Monk

Quadricep · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 17-14

Channing Canada

Hamstring · Limited practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 29-26

Rueben Bain Jr.

Groin, Shoulder · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

Adonai Mitchell

Finger · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Trey Hendrickson

Finger · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 18-24

Fred Johnson

Knee · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Christian Barmore

Shoulder · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 29-26

Breece Hall

Quadricep · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Tylan Wallace

Knee · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 24-27

Rico Dowdle

Toe · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 24-27

Joey Porter Jr.

Not injury related - other, Back · Limited practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 24-27

Anfernee Jennings

Knee · Did not practice · Out

Kaden Elliss

Calf · Did not practice · Out

Carl Granderson

Ankle · Did not practice · Out

Damien Lewis

Elbow · Did not practice · Out

Xavier Legette

Knee · Did not practice · Out

Ben Bartch

Foot · Did not practice · Out

Jadarian Price

Chest · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 23-30

Nick Bosa

Knee, Calf · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 14-24

Mykel Williams

Knee · Limited practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 14-24

Dondrea Tillman

Hamstring · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 14-24

Jackson Powers-Johnson

Groin · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 30-27

Josh Simmons

Back · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 30-27

Brett Thorson

Hamstring · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 10-15

M.J. Stewart

Knee · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 34-30

DeMarvion Overshown

Hamstring · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 34-30

Cobie Durant

Hamstring · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 34-30

Baker Mayfield

Thumb · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 17-14

Aaron Banks

Knee, Toe · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 17-14

Jaylen Watson

Shoulder · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 24-20

Dallas Goedert

Knee · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Marcus Epps

Groin · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Hollywood Brown

Ankle · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

DeVonta Smith

Hamstring · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 24-20

Terrance Ferguson

Ankle · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 24-20

Dadrion Taylor-Demerson

Back · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 24-36

Kiko Mauigoa

Quadricep · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Mason Taylor

Thumb · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

Shemar Turner

Knee · Full practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 12-23

Braxton Jones

Knee · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 12-23

Christian Gonzalez

Shoulder · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 29-26

Rachaad White

Shoulder · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

Teven Jenkins

Back · Limited practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 24-27

Elgton Jenkins

Concussion · Did not practice · Out

P Edge side won; final 24-27

DAL: 7.3 sack yards lost per game to HOU's 23.3

DAL is at 7.3 sack yards lost per game over 3 games; HOU is at 23.3 over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season DAL was at 16 over 17 games and HOU at 20.8 over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 34-30

MIA @ MIN carries a 38.5 market total

At 38.5, this is tied for the lowest total on the slate, 9 points under the 47.5 median. The market sees possessions ending in punts and field goals more than touchdowns. The sheet offers no player, weather or form detail behind that view, so lean on the number itself. A low total breaks when scoring comes in bunches: one turnover-fueled swing or a return touchdown can do the work of two full drives.

Ben Sinnott (TE) is questionable for WSH

Sinnott (ribs) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

Mo Alie-Cox (TE) is questionable for IND

Alie-Cox (illness) did not participate in practice Thursday. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side won; final 30-13

Nate Boerkircher (TE) is questionable for JAX

Boerkircher missed Thursday's practice with an illness, per the Oct 1 report. Illness designations can clear quickly, so questionable here is a real coin flip for the game at Cincinnati. The sheet does not name who fills his tight end snaps, so check the inactive list before leaning on any Jacksonville tight end prop.

P Edge side won; final 22-17

Kenyon Sadiq (TE) is questionable for NYJ

Sadiq (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears. Reported Oct 2.

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

ILL: 26.5 points allowed a game to PUR's 39.5

Purdue's defense has allowed 39.5 points a game over four games, Illinois's 26.5. Purdue gave up 31.8 last season, so this year is worse than a defense that was already leaky, while Illinois sits close to its 23.6 from last season. Purdue's number may ease a bit, but the trend points the wrong way. Illinois at home should find points, and the total is where this gap shows up most.

SC: 42.6% on third down to UK's 23.1%

South Carolina has converted 42.6% of its third downs through four games, Kentucky just 23.1%. Last season it was the reverse, Kentucky at 40.3% and SC at 31.9%, so both teams are running far from their prior form. Third-down rates bounce around over four games and Kentucky's should climb some. For now, Kentucky's drives stalling early at SC is the likeliest way this game gets away from them.

ARK: 275.3 pass yards a game to TA&M's 193.5

Arkansas has thrown for 275.3 yards a game to Texas A&M's 193.5 through four games. Arkansas is right around last season's 262.9, so that passing game looks real, while A&M has fallen well off its 259.8 from last season. A&M's number has more room to bounce back than Arkansas's has to drop. Arkansas throwing on the road keeps them in it; whether A&M's air attack wakes up decides how much.

Durham Smythe (TE) is questionable for BAL

Durham Smythe is dealing with a heel injury and was limited in Wednesday's practice ahead of the Titans game. That is the only practice note on the sheet, so how the rest of his week went is unknown. Questionable leaves his status open, and a check of the inactive list is the move before betting anything on Baltimore's tight ends.

P Edge side won; final 18-24

Colby Parkinson (TE) is questionable for LAR

Parkinson (shoulder/knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports. Reported Oct 2.

P Edge side won; final 24-20

Eli Raridon (TE) is questionable for NE

Raridon (thigh) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bills, Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston reports. Reported Oct 2.

P Edge side won; final 29-26

Chig Okonkwo (TE) is questionable for WSH

Okonkwo (hamstring) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 30-13

NCSU: 57.1% fourth-down conversion rate to LOU's 0%

Louisville is 0% on fourth down through four games after converting 64.3% last season, and NC State is at 57.1% after 50%. That 0% likely comes from only a few tries, so it is noise, and Louisville should be close to its usual rate. Do not let that number scare you off Louisville in short-yardage spots in Raleigh.

TENN: 241.5 rushing yards per game to AUB's 178.5

Tennessee is running for 241.5 yards a game, up from 173.5 last season, while Auburn is at 178.5, almost the same as last year's 176.8. Both teams are strong running teams, and Auburn's number holds up. Tennessee's jump over four games likely includes some easier opponents, so expect a physical, run-heavy game at home where neither side gives up much ground.

Noah Fant (TE) is questionable for NO

Fant is a tight end for New Orleans with an abdomen injury, and he is questionable for Monday against Atlanta. Questionable means he could go either way, so check final inactives before kickoff. If he sits, the sheet does not name his replacement, which leaves his targets unclear. Any bet on Saints tight end production depends on his status that day.

Jeremy Ruckert (TE) is questionable for NYJ

Ruckert (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 12-23

UVA: 13 points allowed per game to FSU's 25.3

Virginia has allowed 13 points a game through four games, while Florida State is giving up 25.3. Last season Virginia allowed 19.6, so this defense is well ahead of its own recent norm, and four games is a short run that can flatter a unit depending on who it played. Florida State allowed 22 last season, so its number has drifted the wrong way too. Going into Tallahassee, Virginia's defense is the side more likely to set the tone, though a road trip is a fair test of whether 13 holds.

ND: 53.8 rushing yards allowed per game to UNC's 123

Notre Dame allows 53.8 rushing yards a game over four games, and North Carolina allows 123 over three. Notre Dame shuts down the run, and North Carolina is average and on a smaller sample. The sheet does not show who Notre Dame faced, so some of that could be schedule. On the road, Notre Dame's run defense could force North Carolina to throw, which affects pace and the UNC offensive props.

ND: 0.25 turnovers a game to UNC's 1.33

Notre Dame has turned it over once in four games, 0.25 a game, while North Carolina is at 1.33 over three games. Notre Dame was already careful last season at 0.83, and UNC was at 1.25, close to where it is now. Notre Dame's rate should tick up some, but this gap fits both teams' history. UNC giving away short fields at home is the way this one tilts toward the Irish.

Jo Adell (bats R) hits 4th against Hagen Smith (LHP)

Adell has a .971 OPS in 172 at-bats against lefties and a .591 in 431 at-bats against righties. Since most of his at-bats come against right-handers, his overall line hides how dangerous he is with a lefty on the mound. Hitting cleanup against Hagen Smith puts him up with runners on more often. On nights a lefty starts, check his split against that hand before his season numbers.

P 0-for-4, 0 TB

TA&M: 151.5 rushing yards per game to ARK's 89.3

Texas A&M is running for 151.5 yards a game through four games, and Arkansas sits at 89.3. Both are down from last season, sharply so for Arkansas, which averaged 191.9 a year ago, while A&M was at 184.7. A drop that big over four games could reflect the opponents faced or a real change in how Arkansas plays. With A&M at home and the steadier ground game, it has the better shot to dictate a run-first script.

TENN: 241.5 rush yards a game to AUB's 178.5

Tennessee is running for 241.5 yards a game through four, Auburn 178.5. Auburn sits right at last season's 176.8, while Tennessee is well above its 173.5, so Tennessee's jump is the number more likely to come down. Both teams can run, and Tennessee's ground game at home is the edge. Expect a game with a running clock, which tends to keep the scoreboard tighter than the yardage.

UVA: 13 points allowed a game to FSU's 25.3

Virginia's defense has allowed 13 points a game over four games, Florida State's 25.3. That is a big improvement for Virginia from 19.6 last season, while FSU is a little worse than its 22. Thirteen a game is a hard number to keep up, so expect Virginia to give up more as the schedule moves on. The defensive gap still favors a lower-scoring game on Virginia's terms in Tallahassee.

Luis Garcia Jr.: .276 OPS in Last 15 Days

Luis Garcia Jr. has a .276 OPS over the last 15 days, in 35 at-bats, against an .831 season mark. That is a deep slump in a small window, and a full season at .831 says he is a much better hitter than this. Slumps like this tend to snap back. For his props at Tampa Bay, weigh the season number over the cold two weeks.

P 0-for-3, 0 TB

DAL: 75% red-zone scoring rate to HOU's 50%

DAL is at 75% red-zone scoring rate over 3 games; HOU is at 50% over 3 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season DAL was at 56.9% over 17 games and HOU at 46.3% over 17 games.

P Edge side won; final 34-30

TXST: 242.8 team passing yards per game to SDSU's 164.8

TXST is at 242.8 team passing yards per game over 4 games; SDSU is at 164.8 over 4 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season TXST was at 250.9 over 13 games and SDSU at 157.7 over 13 games.

MSU @ WIS carries a 43.5 market total

Michigan State at Wisconsin is also at 43.5, among the lowest totals on this 32-game slate and 8.5 below the 52 median. The market expects few possessions and scoring that arrives slowly. The sheet has no stats behind it, so this is the market's read alone. A low total cracks on short fields and defensive or special teams scores, so early turnovers are the thing that would make 43.5 look too tight.

MICH @ MINN carries a 43.5 market total

The 43.5 here says the market expects Michigan at Minnesota to be a grind, 8.5 points under the slate median of 52. That usually means long drives, a clock that keeps running and points coming in field goals. With no team stats on the sheet, the number is the whole case. What breaks a low total is the quick stuff: a turnover in plus territory, a return score or one explosive play that hands out a free touchdown.

ALA @ MSST carries a 60.5 market total

Alabama at Mississippi State carries 60.5, 8.5 points above the slate median of 52, so the market expects points from both sides. The sheet gives no team numbers to say who carries the load. For this to come in under, the game needs to slow down: a lopsided score that turns into a running-clock second half would do it, since the leading side stops pushing and the trailing side burns time.

OSU: 45 points per game to IOWA's 32.8

Ohio State is scoring 45 points a game through four games, up from 33.4 last season, while Iowa is at 32.8 after 29.3 last season. Both offenses are running hot, and Ohio State's jump is the larger one, which makes it the bigger candidate to cool off. Iowa wants a slow, run-heavy game, and that clashes with an Ohio State offense putting up points this fast. Whoever controls the pace in Iowa City decides whether this is a shootout or a grind.

Christian Benford (CB) is questionable for BUF

Benford (toe) did not participate in practice Wednesday or Thursday. Reported Oct 1.

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

Luke Williams (LS) is out for SDSU

Long snapper; undisclosed. San Diego State’s availability report changes again ahead of Pac-12 opener (2026-10-02)

Shavon Revel Jr. (CB) is questionable for DAL

Revel is questionable for Dallas at Houston with knee and ankle injuries, and he did not practice Thursday. A corner who misses practice that late in the week is in more doubt than the questionable tag alone suggests. If he sits, the Cowboys are thinner in the secondary against the Texans' receivers, so his final status matters for anyone looking at Houston's passing game.

P Edge side won; final 34-30

Dre'Mont Jones (DE) is questionable for NE

Jones (shoulder) is listed as questionable against the Bills on Sunday, Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston reports. Reported Oct 2.

P Edge side won; final 29-26

Jack Ellis (TE) is out for SDSU

TE; availability report supplies no medical reason. San Diego State’s availability report changes again ahead of Pac-12 opener (2026-10-02)

Dalesean Staley (S) is out for SDSU

DB; undisclosed. San Diego State’s availability report changes again ahead of Pac-12 opener (2026-10-02)

Michael Roeske (OL) is out for WIS

OL; condition unspecified. Wisconsin RB Bryan Jackson upgraded for Michigan State game Oct. 3 — Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via AOL; published 01:06 UTC (2026-10-02)

Jaylon Domingeaux (WR) is out for WIS

WR; condition unspecified. Wisconsin RB Bryan Jackson upgraded for Michigan State game Oct. 3 — Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via AOL; published 01:06 UTC (2026-10-02)

Peyton Lewis (RB) is out for UVA

RB; downgraded to out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

SMU: 20.4% third downs allowed to BC's 38.5%

SMU allows 20.4% on third down over four games, and Boston College allows 38.5% over four. SMU keeps opponents behind the chains and off the field. Third down rates move a lot over a season, so SMU's number will probably rise some. At home against BC, SMU's defense could produce short drives, which is worth weighing when you think about possession count and total points.

Andrew Thomas (OT) is questionable for NYG

Thomas is questionable with a groin injury, and he did not practice Thursday, which is a worse sign than a limited session this late in the week. If he sits, the Giants need someone else to handle his tackle spot against Arizona's pass rush, and that matters for how much time the quarterback gets. Check his final status before leaning on the NYG passing game.

P Edge side won; final 24-36

No. 5 Ohio State at No. 14 Iowa

Ohio State sits at 3-1 with 1465 points and climbed two spots, so voters still see a playoff-level team despite the loss. Iowa is 4-0 and rose three spots, yet 856 points says voters respect the record more than the roster. That split usually means the poll is pricing Ohio State's name as much as its four games. A road favorite with a loss already on the books has more to lose here, and an unbeaten home side the voters keep underrating is the kind of spot where the number can sit too high.

BYU has 7 more days of rest

BYU had the bye and comes in on 14 days of rest, while TCU is on a normal 7-day turnaround and gets to stay home. That extra week lets BYU heal up and prepare specifically for TCU, which offsets some of the burden of playing on the road. The two edges pull in opposite directions here. Weigh BYU's rest against TCU's home field rather than leaning on either alone.

ASU has 7 more days of rest

Arizona State is coming off a bye with 14 days of rest, and Baylor arrives on a normal 7-day week and has to travel. The extra week usually means fresher bodies and a more tailored plan for the home team. Rust after a week off can show early, so any edge tends to build as the game goes on. It is a factor in Arizona State's favor that fits alongside the matchup, not in place of it.

KU has 7 more days of rest

MTSU comes in on 7 days since its last game; KU on 14 days of rest, a bye behind it. That is a 7-day spacing gap between the sides.

SYR has 9 more days of rest

Syracuse comes in on 16 days of rest after a bye, while UConn is on a standard 7-day week. That gives Syracuse more than two weeks to get healthy and put in a plan built for UConn, and it is the road team with the fresher legs. UConn has had the normal week everyone else gets. Weigh the extra prep most in how organized Syracuse looks early, and keep the matchup itself as the bigger factor.

UNC has 7 more days of rest

North Carolina had a full bye week, so it gets 14 days to prepare while Notre Dame plays on a normal 7-day week. That extra week usually goes to healing bumps and building a game plan specific to this opponent. Teams off a bye can also start slow while they knock off rust, so the edge is likelier to show up as a cleaner plan than as a fast start. This is one input to weigh next to the matchup itself.

Solomon Beebe (RB) is out for UVA

RB; listed out in the Thursday report. Reason not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Jack Stevens (RB) is out for UVA

RB; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Triston Ward (WR) is out for UVA

WR; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Dillon Newton-Short (WR) is out for UVA

WR; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Noah Hartsoe (OL) is out for UVA

OL; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Grant Ellinger (OL) is out for UVA

OL; downgraded to out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Gavin Johnson (DE) is out for UVA

DE; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Jason Hammond (DT) is out for UVA

DT; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Bull Richardson (DT) is out for UVA

DT; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Isaiah Reese (LB) is out for UVA

LB; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Alex Dunn (DB) is out for UVA

DB; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Jaylen Jones (S) is out for UVA

Safety; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Tim Hamann (PK) is out for UVA

Kicker; listed out in the Thursday report. Specific condition not disclosed. Jordan Silversmith, Tomahawk Nation: Florida State football releases updated injury report for Virginia game (2026-10-02)

Samuel Singleton Jr. (RB) is out for FSU

RB; listed out for Virginia in the Thursday update. Specific condition not disclosed. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Devin Carter (WR) is out for FSU

WR; listed out for Virginia in the Thursday update. Specific condition not disclosed. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Darryll Desir (DL) is out for FSU

DL; listed out for Virginia in the Thursday update. Specific condition not disclosed. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Blake Nichelson (LB) is out for FSU

LB; listed out for Virginia in the Thursday update. Specific condition not disclosed. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Noah LaVallee (LB) is out for FSU

LB; added to the out list in the Thursday update. Specific condition not disclosed. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Antonio Cromartie Jr. (DB) is out for FSU

DB; listed out for Virginia in the Thursday update. Specific condition not disclosed. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Jamari Howard (DB) is out for FSU

DB; listed out for Virginia in the Thursday update. Specific condition not disclosed. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Zae Thomas (DB) is out for FSU

DB; listed out for Virginia in the Thursday update. Specific condition not disclosed. Dustin Lewis, FSU on SI: FSU Football vs. Virginia Cavaliers: 11 Seminoles Out But Positive News On Defense (2026-10-02)

Cai Bates (CB) is out for WIS

CB; condition unspecified. Wisconsin RB Bryan Jackson upgraded for Michigan State game Oct. 3 — Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via AOL; published 01:06 UTC (2026-10-02)

Joe Caudill (TE) is out for MSU

TE; condition unspecified. Wisconsin RB Bryan Jackson upgraded for Michigan State game Oct. 3 — Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via AOL; published 01:06 UTC (2026-10-02) Jordan Hall doubtful as Michigan State lists 15 players on initial Wisconsin availability report — Spartans Illustrated (2026-09-30)

Tristan Comer (OL) is out for MSU

OL; condition unspecified. Wisconsin RB Bryan Jackson upgraded for Michigan State game Oct. 3 — Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via AOL; published 01:06 UTC (2026-10-02)

Jaxon Powell (OL) is out for OSU

Reserve offensive lineman listed out against Iowa; condition unspecified. Ohio State Injury Report: Phillip Daniels Out, Jay Timmons Questionable vs. Iowa; Zion Grady and Bennett Christian Cleared to Play (2026-10-02)

Anthony Rogers (RB) is out for OSU

Running back, listed as Anthony “Turbo” Rogers, ruled out on Friday's Iowa availability report; condition unspecified. Ohio State Injury Report: Phillip Daniels Out, Jay Timmons Questionable vs. Iowa; Zion Grady and Bennett Christian Cleared to Play (2026-10-02)

Amari Valerio-Hudson (WR) is out for OSU

Reserve wide receiver listed out against Iowa; condition unspecified. Ohio State Injury Report: Phillip Daniels Out, Jay Timmons Questionable vs. Iowa; Zion Grady and Bennett Christian Cleared to Play (2026-10-02)

Braxton Rembert (LB) is out for OSU

Linebacker downgraded to out against Iowa; condition unspecified. Ohio State Injury Report: Phillip Daniels Out, Jay Timmons Questionable vs. Iowa; Zion Grady and Bennett Christian Cleared to Play (2026-10-02)

Phillip Daniels (OL) is out for OSU

Starting right tackle ruled out Friday; sidelined since an injury against Texas. Ohio State Injury Report: Phillip Daniels Out, Jay Timmons Questionable vs. Iowa; Zion Grady and Bennett Christian Cleared to Play (2026-10-02)

Vasean Washington (OL) is out for OSU

Reserve offensive lineman listed out against Iowa; condition unspecified. Ohio State Injury Report: Phillip Daniels Out, Jay Timmons Questionable vs. Iowa; Zion Grady and Bennett Christian Cleared to Play (2026-10-02)

Tyler Brown (DB) is out for IOWA

Starting strong safety ruled out against Ohio State; reporting describes a lingering soft-tissue injury. Iowa strong safety Tyler Brown goes from “iffy” to out for Ohio State game (2026-10-02)

Kyler Gerardy (DB) is out for IOWA

Defensive back listed out against Ohio State; condition unspecified. Iowa strong safety Tyler Brown goes from “iffy” to out for Ohio State game (2026-10-02)

Jay Coyne (FB) is out for MSU

Fullback; condition unspecified. Wisconsin RB Bryan Jackson upgraded for Michigan State game Oct. 3 — Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via AOL; published 01:06 UTC (2026-10-02) Jordan Hall doubtful as Michigan State lists 15 players on initial Wisconsin availability report — Spartans Illustrated (2026-09-30)

Tyran Chappell (CB) is out for MSU

CB; condition unspecified. Wisconsin RB Bryan Jackson upgraded for Michigan State game Oct. 3 — Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via AOL; published 01:06 UTC (2026-10-02)

Keshawn Williams (CB) is out for MSU

CB; condition unspecified. Wisconsin RB Bryan Jackson upgraded for Michigan State game Oct. 3 — Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via AOL; published 01:06 UTC (2026-10-02)

NiJhay Burt (CB) is out for MSU

CB; condition unspecified. Wisconsin RB Bryan Jackson upgraded for Michigan State game Oct. 3 — Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via AOL; published 01:06 UTC (2026-10-02)

Ka'Mori Moore (DT) is out for ISU

Defensive tackle listed out for this matchup. Condition unspecified. West Virginia vs. Iowa State Big 12 availability report: 10-1 (2026-10-02)

Braylon Cardwell (CB) is out for SDSU

DB; undisclosed. San Diego State’s availability report changes again ahead of Pac-12 opener (2026-10-02)

Caden Crawford (DE) is out for ISU

Defensive end listed out for the October 3 matchup in the October 1 conference report, published October 2. Condition unspecified. West Virginia vs. Iowa State Big 12 availability report: 10-1 (2026-10-02)

Andre Devine (RB) is out for WVU

Running back listed out for this matchup. Condition unspecified. West Virginia vs. Iowa State Big 12 availability report: 10-1 (2026-10-02)

Tai Buster (OL) is out for AUB

Offensive lineman; listed out for the Tennessee game in Friday-update reporting. Condition undisclosed. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02)

Hunter Herring (TE) is out for AUB

Tight end; listed out for the Tennessee game in Friday-update reporting. Condition undisclosed. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02)

Kedric Golston II (DL) is out for TENN

Defensive lineman; condition undisclosed. Nuuz.Net republication of Adam Sparks, Knoxville News Sentinel: Tennessee football DB Qua Moss questionable vs Auburn, per SEC injury report (2026-10-02) AOL / Vols Wire: Tennessee-Auburn football game updated injury report (2026-10-02)

Armoni Weaver-Bomar (WR) is out for WVU

Wide receiver listed out for this matchup. Condition unspecified. West Virginia vs. Iowa State Big 12 availability report: 10-1 (2026-10-02) Key WVU Football WR Out for Iowa State Game (2026-10-01)

Emory Snyder (DB) is out for WVU

Nickel listed out for the October 3 matchup in the October 1 conference report, published October 2. Condition unspecified. West Virginia vs. Iowa State Big 12 availability report: 10-1 (2026-10-02)

WASH: 2 takeaways per game to USC's 0.8

Washington forces 2 takeaways a game over four games, and USC forces 0.8 over five. Washington has gotten the ball back far more often. Turnover rates swing from game to game, so Washington's mark is more likely to come down than hold. In this road game, the takeaway gap favors Washington, but it is a weaker edge than yardage gaps.

Jamison Curtis (LB) is out for VAN

Linebacker ruled out against Georgia; condition undisclosed. 5 things: Vanderbilt defensive ‘wall’ plans to stop Georgia run game (2026-10-02)

Jaylin Lackey (CB) is out for VAN

Cornerback ruled out against Georgia; condition undisclosed. 5 things: Vanderbilt defensive ‘wall’ plans to stop Georgia run game (2026-10-02) SEC Availability Report | Latest on Georgia's Nate Frazier, Isiah Canion for Vanderbilt — Marc Weiszer, Athens Banner-Herald (2026-10-01)

Rylan Vann (OL) is out for NCSU

OL; condition unspecified. ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

AJ Richardson (LB) is out for NCSU

ILB; condition unspecified. ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

Isaiah Crowell (CB) is out for NCSU

Nickel; condition unspecified. ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

BYU: 61.3% third-down conversion rate to TCU's 43.4%

BYU is at 61.3% third-down conversion rate over 3 games; TCU is at 43.4% over 4 games. Those are this season's games through Oct 2. Last season BYU was at 42% over 14 games and TCU at 47.4% over 13 games.

Vander Ploog (TE) is out for NCSU

TE; condition unspecified. ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

T.J. Sanders

Illness · Limited practice · Doubtful

P Edge side lost; final 29-26

Jack Lua (TE) is out for SDSU

TE; October 3 update supersedes the earlier doubtful designation; undisclosed. San Diego State News, Schedule, and Roster | RotoWire — October 3 player updates (2026-10-03)

NCSU: 48 penalty yards per game to LOU's 93

Louisville is giving away 93 penalty yards a game through four games, up from 63.2 last season, while NC State is at 48, close to its 53.8 a year ago. NC State's number looks like its normal self, and Louisville's has spiked over a short stretch. Expect some regression from Louisville, but a road crowd at NC State is a spot where flags can keep piling up. Penalties extend drives, so this gap matters most for totals and late covers.

Tuaoa Tauili'ili (DL) is out for SDSU

DL; undisclosed. San Diego State’s availability report changes again ahead of Pac-12 opener (2026-10-02)

D.J. Reed (CB) is questionable for DET

Reed is questionable with a rib injury for Detroit's trip to Carolina. The sheet has no practice detail, so there is little to lean on until a final call comes. If he sits, the Lions are a cornerback short against the Panthers' receivers.

Roman Paseka (DL) is out for SDSU

DL; undisclosed. San Diego State’s availability report changes again ahead of Pac-12 opener (2026-10-02)

John Randle Jr. (OL) is out for USU

OL; changed from doubtful. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Tavo Motu'apuaka (OL) is out for USU

OL; changed from doubtful. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Tevita Tuha (LB) is out for USU

DL; condition undisclosed. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Diego Grateron (LB) is out for USU

ILB; condition undisclosed. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Harrison Taggart (LB) is out for USU

ILB; listed out for this matchup. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Jackson Nelson (OL) is out for USU

OL; reporting describes a walking boot following a Week 1 injury. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Joshua Papu (DT) is out for USU

DL; condition undisclosed. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Nikko Boncore (WR) is out for USU

WR; condition undisclosed. Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Sam Brooks (LB) is out for BOIS

LB; condition undisclosed. Week Five Availability Report (2026-09-30) Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Carson Rasmussen (OL) is out for BOIS

Starting left guard; October 2 reporting says he left the Western Michigan game. Week Five Availability Report (2026-09-30) Utah State football vs Boise State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game (2026-10-02)

Jason Hill Jr. (CB) is out for STAN

Cornerback; October 2 report lists him out. Reason undisclosed. Wake Forest Football vs. Stanford: Kickoff Time, TV Channel, Injuries & What to Know — publisher displays publication as three days ago; updated October 2, 2026, 11:24 p.m. (2026-09-30)

Brandon Nicholson (CB) is out for STAN

Cornerback; October 2 report lists him out. Reason undisclosed. Wake Forest Football vs. Stanford: Kickoff Time, TV Channel, Injuries & What to Know — publisher displays publication as three days ago; updated October 2, 2026, 11:24 p.m. (2026-09-30)

Dylan Stephenson (LB) is out for STAN

Outside linebacker; October 2 report lists him out. Reason undisclosed. Wake Forest Football vs. Stanford: Kickoff Time, TV Channel, Injuries & What to Know — publisher displays publication as three days ago; updated October 2, 2026, 11:24 p.m. (2026-09-30)

Aaron Bryant (DL) is out for VAN

Defensive lineman ruled out against Georgia; condition unspecified in the cited game report. 5 things: Vanderbilt defensive ‘wall’ plans to stop Georgia run game (2026-10-02)

Jordan Washington (TE) is out for UNC

Tight end listed out in the October 2 matchup report; condition unspecified. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Cayden Tone (OL) is out for BAY

Offensive lineman; October 1 reporting says Baylor will be without him against ASU. Condition unspecified. Baylor's Initial Injury Report Ahead of Arizona State Comes Back Mostly Clean (2026-10-01)

Jason Onye (DL) is out for ND

Defensive lineman listed out with an ankle injury October 2. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Brauntae Johnson (S) is out for ND

Safety listed out with a foot injury October 2. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Chaz Smith (CB) is out for ND

Defensive back listed out with a wrist injury October 2. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Ko'o Kia (LB) is out for ND

Linebacker listed out with a shoulder injury October 2. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Tiki Hola (DL) is out for ND

Defensive lineman listed out with a knee injury October 2. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Christopher Burgess Jr. (DL) is out for ND

Defensive lineman listed out with a tibia injury October 2. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Chris Terek (OL) is out for ND

Offensive lineman listed out with a knee injury October 2. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Matty Augustine (OL) is out for ND

Offensive lineman listed out with a foot injury October 2; the article misspells his surname as Austine. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Charles Jagusah (OL) is out for ND

Offensive lineman listed out with an arm injury October 2. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Quincy Porter (WR) is out for ND

Wide receiver listed out with a knee injury in the October 2 matchup report. What Though the Odds: Notre Dame Football Betting Info for the North Carolina Game (2026-10-02)

Abel Hoopii (OL) is out for SMU

Offensive lineman; diagnosis unspecified. ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

Kenneth Goodwin III (LB) is out for SMU

Linebacker; diagnosis unspecified. ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

I'Zayah Young (LB) is out for SMU

Linebacker; diagnosis unspecified. ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

Link Rhodes (RB) is out for SMU

Running back; diagnosis unspecified. ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

Christian Rhodes (RB) is out for SMU

Running back; diagnosis unspecified. ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

Jaelyn Davis-Robinson (CB) is out for SMU

Cornerback; diagnosis unspecified. ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

Ahmaad Moses (S) is out for SMU

Safety; diagnosis unspecified. ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

Brady Clough (TE) is out for BC

Tight end; undisclosed injury. October 2 update supersedes the earlier questionable designation. RotoWire: Brady Clough — Not playing in Week 5 (2026-10-02)

Kaelan Chudzinski (TE) is out for BC

Tight end; diagnosis unspecified. ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

Michael Crounse (OL) is out for BC

Starting center; O'Brien said October 1 his recovery would probably take longer than Kahoun's. Diagnosis unspecified. Boston College On SI: Notes and Quotes From Bill O'Brien and Players as Boston College Gears up For SMU Road Trip (2026-10-01) ACCSports.com: ACC Injury Report: Kienholz Questionable, NC State’s Line Concerns Lead Thursday Update (2026-10-02)

Jamarion Richardson (CB) is out for BAY

Cornerback; October 1 reporting says Baylor will be without him against ASU. Condition unspecified. Baylor's Initial Injury Report Ahead of Arizona State Comes Back Mostly Clean (2026-10-01)

Cam Lewis