Will Hill backs Georgia, Louisville and low-scoring Notre Dame win in Week 1

Fox Sports betting analyst Will Hill has recommended three wagers for Week 1 of the 2026 college football season: Georgia to cover against Tennessee State, Louisville to cover as an underdog against Ole Miss, and Notre Dame to beat Wisconsin in a low-scoring game at Lambeau Field.

Hill’s case for Georgia rests partly on Kirby Smart’s reported 0–15 against-the-spread record when Georgia is favoured by 38 or more points. He argues Tennessee State could be overmatched, after sizeable losses to UT Martin, Lindenwood and Gardner-Webb last season.

For Louisville, Hill points to coach Jeff Brohm’s reported 27–15 career record as an underdog. He also cites the arrival of Ohio State transfer quarterback Lincoln Kienholz and the return of running back Isaac Brown, who was on pace to exceed 1,000 rushing yards in 2025 before injuries interrupted his season.

Hill expects Notre Dame’s defence to contain Wisconsin in the teams’ scheduled opener at historic Lambeau Field. His recommendation is for Notre Dame to build a lead, control the clock and win while the game remains under the total.

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