With the arrival of Week 1 comes clean slates and unbridled optimism all throughout college football. No shortage of championship dreams will be dashed before autumn even officially arrives, but for at least one Saturday, nearly every program can dream of reaching the apex.

The same applies to those playing along with the action on the field. This season can be marked with big wins and moments of celebration. And, even if Saturdays are rocky, the right futures bets can salvage an otherwise forgettable fall.

Think of futures as the bowl games of the bettor’s season, only played before Week 1 kicks off instead of in December.

Group of Five Playoff Qualifier

Safe Play: Boise State, +184 (FanDuel)

For Boise State, last year’s entry into the Playoff was a long time coming. The Broncos have

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