Arizona State vs. BYU Prediction: Week 9 Odds, Picks & Best Bet (Oct. 31)
My best Arizona State vs. BYU prediction focuses on all the areas where No. 8 BYU has an advantage over Arizona State. While BYU had a letdown game against UCF after defeating Notre Dame, Arizona State doesn't pose the same threat as UCF because the Sun Devils' run defense has struggled all season.
BYU is favored by 16.5 points ahead of Saturday's 3:30 p.m. ET game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. The game will air on FOX and stream on FOX One.
Arizona State vs. BYU picks & predictions
See all of our experts' college football picks for Week 9 based on the latest college football odds.
| Pick | Odds | Bet size |
|---|---|---|
| BYU -16.5 | -108 via DraftKings | 2 units to profit 1.85 units |
| Under 48.5 | -110 via FanDuel | 1 unit to profit 0.91 units |
Picks submitted: Oct. 28 at 2:30 p.m. ET. Odds subject to change.
Total wagered: 3 units | Max profit: +2.76 units
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Arizona State vs. BYU prediction & best bet
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BYU -16.5 (-108 via DraftKings)
Nothing about this matchup favors Arizona State. BYU ranks 26th nationally in scoring defense, allowing just 18.6 points per game. While Arizona State is averaging 30.9 points per game, this is an offense that has yet to score more than 28 against a Power 4 opponent.
BYU is averaging 33.1 points per game, and I expect the Cougars to surpass their season average in this matchup. Arizona State is allowing 29.9 points per game, which ranks 110th nationally. The Sun Devils have allowed three teams to score 48 or more against them this season.
📡 SBR Edge: Third down efficiency
Third down will be the difference in this game. BYU is converting 54.65% of its third-down chances, while Arizona State is converting just 30.11%. Arizona State's rate ranks sixth-worst in the country.
Arizona State stands no chance against BYU's rushing attack
Without LJ Martin, the BYU rushing attack has struggled. However, part of the reason for a lackluster ground game in back-to-back weeks is the competition. BYU managed just 121 rushing yards against Notre Dame and 116 against UCF. Nationally, Notre Dame ranks third in rushing yards allowed per game, and UCF ranks 38th.
Arizona State ranks 78th nationally, allowing 146.43 rushing yards per game. Additionally, the Sun Devils are allowing 4.5 yards per carry, which ranks 97th in the country and 15th in the Big 12.
BYU ranks 31st in rushing yards per game, averaging 193.71. What's even more troublesome for UCF is that BYU ranks 19th nationally with 5.38 yards per carry.
Play to: BYU -16.5
Score prediction: BYU 31, Arizona State 7
Live Arizona State vs. BYU odds
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Arizona State vs. BYU opening odds
- Moneyline: Arizona State +500 | BYU -700
- Spread: Arizona State +14.5 (-106) | BYU -14.5 (-114)
- Over/Under: Over 51.5 (-110) | Under 51.5 (-110)
Arizona State vs. BYU weather
Rain could impact this game, as there's a 56% chance of precipitation. However, forecasts are calling for rain in the evening, so there's a chance that this game will be completed before storms really hit the area.
Latest Arizona State vs. BYU injuries
Arizona State:
- Mikey Keene, QB - Questionable
BYU:
- LJ Martin, RB - Out
- Evan Johnson, CB - Out
How to watch Arizona State vs. BYU: Week 9
- Date: Saturday, Oct. 31
- Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Location: LaVell Edwards Stadium (Provo, Utah)
- TV/Streaming: FOX/FOX One
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