College Football Best Bets, Picks: Our NCAAF Predictions for Friday, October 31

Week 10 of college football features several key matchups on Friday night across different conferences. Notably, North Carolina faces Syracuse in an ACC game, Memphis takes on Rice in the American Conference, Sam Houston battles Louisiana Tech in Conference USA, and Idaho clashes with Northern Arizona in an FCS showdown.

Memphis vs. Rice: Memphis, coming off a win against USF, faces a challenging game against Rice. The Owls, with a clock-controlling offense, look to exploit Memphis's defensive weaknesses. Rice's recent performances, including strong outings from quarterback Chase Jenkins and running back Quinton Jackson, suggest they could keep the game close. The pick here is Rice +14.

North Carolina vs. Syracuse: North Carolina aims to continue its strong performance against Syracuse. The Tar Heels have shown improvement in their pass rush and run-stop units. Offensively, North Carolina is expected to capitalize on a Syracuse defense that struggles against the run. The Tar Heels are favored with a pick