‘CFP BIG Bets’: Can Ohio State, Notre Dame cover wide spreads? [Video]

Colin Cowherd doesn’t just talk football — he makes picks, too.

Cowherd and Jason McIntyre spent part of Thursday revealing their best bets for the College Football Playoff.

Let’s dive into their analysis from “The Herd.”

(All times ET)

NO. 10 INDIANA @ NO. 7 NOTRE DAME (Friday, 8 p.m., ABC/ESPN)

Colin’s pick: Indiana +7.5

Colin’s thoughts: “A lot of lousy weather. I think it’s a low-scoring, ugly game with a lot of running. These are very good defenses. I like both of these coaching staffs. I think if you give these coaching staffs time, it’s gonna be a fairly competitive game. I think Notre Dame is the better team and Notre Dame will win.”

J-Mac’s pick: Notre Dame -7.5

J-Mac’s thoughts: “Indiana, when they stepped up in class this year against Michigan and Ohio State, they did not look good.”

NO. 12 CLEMSON @ NO. 5 TEXAS (Saturday, 4 p.m., TNT/Max)

Colin’s pick: Under 52 total points

Colin’s thoughts:“I think Texas …