Week 1 of college football brought several surprises, and the MAC teams are back in action with some intriguing matchups. Here are the top three MAC betting picks for this week:

Miami (Ohio) +19.5 at Minnesota

• Miami struggled against Cincinnati but should keep it closer vs Minnesota
• Golden Gophers missing star RB Mohamed Ibrahim, limiting their offense
• Prediction: Miami covers, losing by less than two touchdowns
• Key factor: Minnesota's weakened rushing attack

Buffalo +13.5 at Nebraska

• Buffalo's explosive offense scored 69 points in opener
• Nebraska showed vulnerability in loss to Illinois
• High-scoring game expected with Buffalo's aggressive offense
• Potential upset alert: Buffalo could win outright

Notre Dame -16.5 vs Toledo

• Toledo dominated Norfolk State 49-10 but faces major step up
• Notre Dame battle-tested after OT win vs Florida State
• Fighting Irish's running game too powerful for Toledo's defense
• Prediction: Notre Dame covers, pulls away in second half

Best Bet: Notre Dame -16.5

• Focused Irish team after close call
• Superior talent and home field advantage
• Toledo's defense won't contain ND's rushing attack
• Expected comfortable victory for Fighting Irish

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