Sat Sep 07 11:53:17 UTC 2024: ## Georgia Tech Climbs the Ranks, Aims for Road Win Against Syracuse

**Atlanta, GA -** The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are riding high after their opening victories against Florida State and Georgia State, landing them at No. 23 in the latest AP Top 25. This week, they face their first true road test against the Syracuse Orange in Upstate New York.

The Yellow Jackets are favored by 3 points heading into the matchup, according to SportsLine consensus odds.

Meanwhile, the highly anticipated Cy-Hawk Trophy game will see No. 21 Iowa battle Iowa State. The Hawkeyes are favored by 2.5 points in a matchup that has seen the teams split their last four meetings against the spread.

**Expert Picks Point to Auburn Dominance**

College football expert Thomas Casale, known for his winning record over 30 years, has identified his top picks for Week 2. One of his favorites is Auburn, who will host Cal on Saturday. Casale is backing the Tigers at -12.5, predicting a dominant performance against the Golden Bears.

Casale highlights Auburn’s improved offensive firepower, with returning quarterback Payton Thorne and running back Jarquez Hunter leading the charge. He also praises the team’s revamped receiving corps, which showcased its potential with touchdowns from three freshman receivers and Penn State transfer Keandre Lambert-Smith.

“Auburn’s defense is the real story here,” Casale told SportsLine. “Cal quarterback Fernando Mendoza struggled in their opener and I don’t see them running the ball consistently against Auburn’s defense.”

Casale has also identified two other picks, including a game he predicts will be a high-scoring shootout. His complete list of picks is available on SportsLine.

**Fans Can Access Expert Picks for Free**

Fans looking for the edge in their Week 2 betting can access Casale’s full list of picks on SportsLine. These picks are provided by a proven college football handicapper who boasts a 26-8 record on bowl games over the past two seasons.

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