How to Bet on the Holiday Bowl, Duke's Mayo Bowl on Friday

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Friday’s bowl action brings bettors two marquee college football matchups, and major sportsbooks like DraftKings, FanDuel, bet365, and more are loaded with markets to attack from kickoff to the final whistle. 

The Holiday Bowl features SMU vs. Arizona, and the Duke’s Mayo Bowl kicks off between Mississippi State and Wake Forest, giving fans and bettors multiple screens’ worth of action from the opening snap.

Two bowls, one kickoff window, and nonstop opportunities make Friday a prime betting day. Whether you’re backing SMU’s offense, Arizona’s playmakers, or hunting value in the Mississippi State–Wake Forest matchup, the betting board stays active from start to finish.

Lock in your wagers early, keep an eye on live markets, and let the action unfold across both games at the same time.

FanDuel

Claim the $250 FanDuel Promo Code 

1. Sign up for FanDuel Sportsbook and make a deposit of at least $5.

2. Place your first cash wager of any type of at least $5.

3. Get your $250 in Sportsbook Bonus Bets only if your wager wins (within 72 hours of winning bet settlement).

4. If your first cash wager loses, you will not be eligible for the $250 in Sportsbook Bonus Bets.

5. Ineligible bets: cashed out wagers, and wagers placed using bonus funds or profit boost tokens.

6. Limit of one promotional bonus per person.

7. Max bonus $250 in bonus bets. ​​ 

SMU vs. Arizona Betting Insights

• Per the spread and over/under, the implied score for the game is Mustangs 27, Wildcats 25.
• The Mustangs have a 52.8% chance to win this game based on the moneyline's implied probability. The Wildcats hold a 51.7% implied probability.
• SMU is 5-6-0 ATS this season.
• Arizona has won seven games against the spread this year, failing to cover four times.

DraftKings

Claim New Offer: Bet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets If Your Bet Wins

1. Click here or on any of the other "Claim Bonus" buttons on this page. This will take you directly to the DraftKings app or website and apply the promo.
2. Sign up for a new DraftKings Sportsbook account.
3. Deposit funds (minimum $5).
4. Select the New Customer Token.
5. Place a $5+ cash bet (-500 odds or longer).
6. If your bet wins, you receive $200 in bonus bets.
7. Works the same on desktop & mobile

• For New Customers only

Fanatics Sportsbook 

How to Sign Up and Claim the Fanatics Sportsbook Bonus Code

1. Download the Fanatics Sportsbook app on the iOS or Android App Store.
2. Click here, or on any of the other "Claim Bonus" buttons on this page.
3. Tap Join Now and complete the registration form with your personal details (name, email, DOB, last 4 digits of SSN, address).
4. Verify eligibility: you must be 21+ and physically located in an eligible state.
5. Enter the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code during sign-up (required for the welcome bonus).
6. Make a minimum deposit (usually $10 or more, depending on the promotion).
7. Opt in to the promotion in the bet slip or promo tab.
8. Place your first qualifying wager (check minimum odds requirements, typically –500 or longer).
9. If your bet wins, you keep the payout. If it loses, you’ll receive the promotional bonus (FanCash, bonus bets, or tokens depending on state/offer).
10. Bonus funds or credits are usually awarded within 72 hours and will appear in your account.

Mississippi State vs. Wake Forest Insights

• Overall offense vs. defense: Mississippi State averages 398.4 total yards per game (56th FBS) but allows 405.8 (105th), while Wake Forest produces 389.1 yards (68th) and features a much stronger defense, allowing just 321.9 yards per game (23rd).
• Passing game: Mississippi State throws for 237.0 yards per game (58th) and allows 216.3 (59th), whereas Wake Forest averages 232.3 passing yards (62nd) and holds opponents to 199.7 yards through the air (39th).
• Rushing attack and run defense: Mississippi State rushes for 161.4 yards per game (62nd) but struggles defensively, allowing 189.5 rushing yards (19th-worst). Wake Forest runs for 156.8 yards (69th) and is far more effective defensively, giving up just 122.3 rushing yards per game (28th).
• Scoring efficiency: Mississippi State scores 30.5 points per game (42nd) but allows 29.2 (95th). Wake Forest averages 26.8 points (73rd) while holding opponents to 21.5 points per game (39th).
• Third-down performance: Mississippi State converts 44.1% of third downs (33rd) and allows 39.6% (69th). Wake Forest converts 38.3% (85th) and allows 36.6% defensively (48th).

bet365

How to claim bet365 Promo with Bonus Code ‘FOX365’.

1. Click the "Claim Bonus" button on this page to go directly to bet365.
2. Select Sign Up and create a new account by entering personal details (name, email, date of birth, address, last 4 digits of SSN).
3. Enter the bet365 bonus code when prompted to ensure the offer is locked in.
4. Make a minimum first deposit of $10 using an accepted payment method (PayPal, debit card, online banking, etc.).
5. Place your first wager. For the Bet $5, Get $150 offer, place a $5+ real-money bet on any market with odds of -500 or longer; win or lose, you’ll receive $150 in bonus bets once it settles. For the $1,500 First Bet Safety Net, place your first real-money bet; if it loses, bet365 refunds the stake (up to $1,500) in bonus bets.
6. Bonus bets are credited within 24 hours of the qualifying wager settling.
7. Applies to all states except Missouri.

BetMGM 

How to Sign Up and Claim the BetMGM Sportsbook Bonus Code

1. Click here or on any of the other "Claim Bonus" buttons on this page. This will take you directly to the BetMGM app or website and automatically apply the promo code.
2. Select Sign Up and create a new account by entering personal details (name, email, date of birth, address, and last 4 digits of SSN).
3. When prompted, enter the promo code FOXSPORTS to ensure the offer is applied.
4. Make your first deposit of at least $10 using an accepted payment method (PayPal, Venmo, debit card, online banking, etc.).
5. Place your first real-money wager on any eligible sport:
6. If claiming the $1,500 First Bet Offer → refund is triggered only if the first bet loses.
7. Bonus bets are credited to your account within 24 hours once the qualifying bet settles.

Underdog

How to Sign Up and Claim the Underdog Fantasy Promo Code

1. Click here or on any "Claim Bonus" button on this page to go directly to Underdog Fantasy (bonus code FOXSPORTS applied automatically).

2. Register your account: provide full name, email, date of birth, address, and last 4 of SSN to verify eligibility.

3. Enter promo code FOXSPORTS to lock in the welcome offer.

4. Deposit at least $10 using PayPal, debit card, or online banking.

5. Play $5 in pick’em or sportsbook markets.

6. Once the entry/first wager settles, Underdog credits $100 in bonus cash (usable across DFS or sportsbook).

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