Louisville Football vs. Georgia Tech odds, line, time: 2023 college football picks, Week 1 computer model 

In the 2023 Aflac Kickoff Game, the Louisville Cardinals are going head-to-head with the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. This exciting matchup marks the start of the ACC season. These two teams have only met twice before, and both times, Georgia Tech came out victorious, including a 46-27 win in their last game on October 9, 2020.

This game is significant because it's the debut of Louisville's coach, Jeff Brohm. He spent the last six years at Purdue, where he achieved a 36-34 record and led Purdue to a Big Ten Conference West Division title in 2022. Interestingly, Brohm was also a quarterback for Louisville from 1989 to 1993.

The game is happening at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta and kicks off at 7:30 p.m. ET. In terms of defense, Louisville allowed an average of 330.2 yards per game last year, while Georgia Tech allowed 401. The odds favor Louisville, with a 7.5 point lead, and the over-under for total points scored is set at 49.5. If you're thinking of making bets, it's a good idea to check out the college football predictions and betting advice from SportsLine's computer model.

This SportsLine Projection Model has a great track record, generating nearly $2,500 in profit for $100 players with its top-rated college football picks against the spread. Now, it's focused on the Georgia Tech vs. Louisville game and has revealed its picks and predictions.

Here are some key stats and odds for the Louisville vs. Georgia Tech matchup:

- Louisville is favored by 7.5 points.

- The over/under for total points is 49.5.

- The money line favors Louisville at -297, with Georgia Tech at +238.

- Louisville has had games where the total points stayed under the expected total in their last five games.

- Georgia Tech has also seen their games go under the expected total in their last four home games.

Now, let's take a closer look at why both teams have a shot at covering the spread:

Why Louisville might win

They have a promising junior running back named Jawhar Jordan who really stepped up last season. He rushed for 815 yards and four touchdowns after taking over as the featured back midway through the previous season. Their defense is strong too, allowing just 19.2 points per game in the last season, the lowest since 2013. Players like Ashton Gillotte and Dezmond Tell are key contributors to their solid defense.

Why Georgia Tech might win

They have some solid players returning, including senior running back Dontae Smith, who had a good season last year. He rushed for 420 yards and five touchdowns. Additionally, they have sophomore wide receiver Malik Rutherford, who has shown promise with 23 receptions for 225 yards last season. These players could play a crucial role in Georgia Tech's success.

So, it's shaping up to be an exciting game with both teams having their strengths. Don't forget to check out the SportsLine predictions if you're looking to make some bets!