NC State is set to host Notre Dame on Saturday, Sept. 9 with kickoff scheduled for 12 pm ET while airing on ABC. Notre Dame enters this game as 7.5-point favorites with the total set at 51. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the NC State vs. Notre Dame predictions, odds, and prop bets below.
NC State vs. Notre Dame Odds
- Spread: Notre Dame -7.5
- Total: 51
Game Info
- Date: Saturday, Sept. 9
- Time: 12 pm ET
- Location: Carter-Finley Stadium, Raleigh, NC
- TV: ABC
NC State Betting Trends
- North Carolina State are 2-9 ATS in their last 11 games.
- The total has gone UNDER in 6 of North Carolina State’s last 9 games.
Notre Dame Betting Trends
- Notre Dame are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games.
- The total has gone OVER in 8 of Notre Dame’s last 9 games.
NC State vs. Notre Dame Player Props
It’s surprising to see Notre Dame RB Audric Estime listed at -125 odds for scoring a rushing touchdown. For context, FanDuel has his odds for scoring a touchdown—either rushing or receiving—at -240.
Estime has clearly emerged as the go-to running back for Notre Dame, accumulating 211 rushing yards and two touchdowns on just 29 carries in the season’s first two games. Looking back to the start of last year, he’s scored a rushing touchdown in 10 out of 15 games, totaling 13 rushing TDs during that period.
It’s worth noting that last year, Estime was sharing carries with Logan Diggs. However, that’s no longer the case in 2023, as Diggs has transferred to LSU, leaving Estime as the undisputed lead back for the Fighting Irish.
The Prop: Notre Dame RB Audric Estime over 0.5 rushing TD | -125 at DraftKings Sportsbook
NC State vs. Notre Dame Predictions
Notre Dame has been stingy, allowing just 6 points across two games. However, the quality of their opponents—Navy and Tennessee State—leaves something to be desired. It’s worth mentioning that Navy did manage to get behind Notre Dame’s defense a few times, although they failed to capitalize on deep throws.
NC State also put up a strong defensive showing in their season opener, limiting UConn to a mere 14 points. However, they did show vulnerability against the run, allowing Victor Rosa to accumulate 99 yards and 2 touchdowns on just 9 carries.
While both teams have potent offenses, I anticipate some struggles when they face off against these solid defenses. Phil Steele ranks NC State’s defense as the third-best in the ACC, with Notre Dame slightly outpacing them.
For Notre Dame, this game represents their most challenging test so far and is crucial for them to win. However, NC State has the home-field advantage and should keep the game competitive. While I considered going with NC State at +7.5, I’m leaning more towards betting the under.
The Pick: Under 51 | -110 at DraftKings Sportsbook
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