The 22nd-ranked Pitt Panthers (5-0, 1-0 ACC) are set to host the Cal Golden Bears (3-2, 0-2) in an ACC matchup on Saturday afternoon. The Panthers are coming off an away win over the North Carolina Tar Heels in Week 6, beating them by a score of 34-24. Quarterback Eli Holstein completed 25 of 42 passes for 381 yards, 3 touchdowns, and an interception. He also carried the ball 10 times for 76 yards and a touchdown.
Cal is coming off a home loss to the Miami Hurricanes in Week 6, blowing a 25-point lead to lose 39-38. Quarterback Fernando Mendoza completed 11 of 22 passes for 285 yards, 2 touchdowns, and an interception. He also carried the ball 6 times for 20 yards.
Will Pittsburgh continue their dream start to the season, or will the Golden Bears pick themselves up after a brutal loss last week?
Cal Golden Bears vs. Pitt Panthers Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Cal Golden Bears | +3
-105 |
Over 59.5
-110 |
+136 |
| Pitt Panthers | -3
-115 |
Under 59.5
-110 |
-162 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Cal Golden Bears vs. Pitt Panthers Match Details
- Fixture: Cal Golden Bears vs. Pitt Panthers
- Date and Time: Saturday, October 12th, 2024 at 3:30 PM ET
- Location: Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Key Stats
California Golden Bears
The Golden Bears enter 3-2, averaging 26.00 points per game this season. Running Back Jaivian Thomas leads the team in rushing, averaging 57.4 yards per game, and has one touchdown. Quarterback Fernando Mendoza is averaging 235.4 passing yards per game and is completing 64.80% of his passes. So far this season, Mendoza has thrown seven touchdowns and three interceptions.
Wide receiver Nyziah Hunter is averaging 37.0 receiving yards per game and has 4 touchdowns. Jack Endries is averaging 29.2 receiving yards per game and has scored a touchdown. Defensively, California has 11 interceptions and 13 sacks. They are allowing 18.00 points per game.
Pittsburgh Panthers
The Pitt Panthers enter the game 5-0, averaging 45.6 points per game this season. Desmond Reid leads the team in rushing, averaging 74.8 yards per game with a touchdown. Quarterback Eli Holstein is averaging 312.8 passing yards per game and is completing 65.70% of his passes. So far this season, Holstein has thrown 15 touchdowns and 3 interceptions.
Wide receiver Konata Mumpfield averages 85.2 receiving yards per game and has 3 touchdowns, while Desmond Reid is averaging 64.4 receiving yards per game. From a defensive standpoint, Pittsburgh has 5 interceptions and 12 sacks. They are allowing 25.2 points per game.
Prediction
The Pitt Panthers are one of the many surprises this season, having started the season undefeated. They are the small favorite in this matchup as well and look to be a bet worth making. The Panthers have a balanced offense, led by one of the top quarterbacks in the country. Their defense has been vulnerable this season at times but should be able to handle a Cal offense that has shown some inconsistencies.
Cal is coming off a game where they blew a 25-point lead and their rushing offense was non-existent. Pittsburgh has a chance now to establish themselves as a contender in the ACC, therefore backing the Panthers to cover on Saturday afternoon will be our best bet.
Final Pick
Pittsburgh Panthers -3 (-115)
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