SportsLine's model revealed its college football picks for Duke Blue Devils vs. Ole Miss Rebels in the 2025 Gator Bowl on Thursday

Ole Miss was a 17 1/2-point favorite, according to BetMGM, mostly because the Blue Devils (9-4) were without quarterback Maalik Murphy and running back Star Thomas. Both entered the transfer portal after Duke’s regular-season finale.

For the Rebels, Jaxson Dart has completed 22 passes out of 29 attempts for 250 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Ulysses Bentley IV carried the ball 10 times for 37 yards and a touchdown, and Cayden Lee leads Ole Miss in receiving with seven catches for 45 yards. Dae'Quan Wright and Antwane "Juice" Wells both have receiving touchdowns .