The 2026 college football season is nearly upon us, as the action gets going on Saturday, Aug. 29, before things really kick into high gear the following week. 

Teams are cementing their rosters and depth charts after busy offseasons, and there are plenty of college football futures bets that can be made between now and the start of the season. SportsLine college football expert Thomas Casale has shared his best bets for team win totals for four notable programs this season. 

A frequent guest on national radio and TV shows to discuss college sports, Casale has been betting — and winning — for more than 30 years. 

We can tell you Casale is high on one strong Big 12 contender from last year, and he’s also expecting a solid year from a historic Big Ten program.