BYU vs. Baylor Prediction, Betting Picks, Latest Odds
The Baylor Bears are set to host the red-hot BYU Cougars on Saturday afternoon for a Big 12 battle. Can Sawyer Robertson and the Bears bounce back after a devastating loss at Colorado? Matt McCuen thinks so, and is piling on the home team in his BYU vs. Baylor prediction and pick.
Matt McCuen - September 28, 2024, 9:00 AM EDT
5 minBYU vs. Baylor Prediction, Betting Picks, Latest Odds
The BYU Cougars and the Baylor Bears will meet for a Big 12 affair on Saturday afternoon.
BYU rolls into the contest with a record of 4-0. Early in the season, the Cougars appear to be a legit threat in the Big 12.
The Cougars picked up a crucial win last week against then-13th-ranked Kansas State. The win inserted BYU into the top 25 as they begin this contest ranked 22nd in the nation.
BYU had their first losing season since 2017 last year, and are already wiping it from memory with a hot start.
BYU vs. Baylor Start Time, Where To Watch, Odds
- Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024
- Game Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: FOX
BYU vs. Baylor Odds
- Spread: BYU +3 (-110), Baylor -3 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 46.5 (-110), U 46.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: BYU (+125), Baylor (-150)
BYU vs. Baylor Prediction
Junior Jake Retzlaff leads the offense with 990 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and three interceptions.
Freshman Sione I Moa has rushed for 93 yards and one touchdown.
Chase Roberts has been the top option in the passing game. Roberts has racked up 310 yards and one touchdown.
Baylor comes into this game with a 2-2 record. A week ago, the Bears were on the wrong side of one of the best college football finishes of the last decade.
Baylor led Colorado by seven points when Shedeur Sanders dropped back for a Hail Mary attempt. Sanders' prayer was answered as Colorado forced overtime, where they would go on to win.
The Bears had their worst season since 2007, when they went 3-9. Head coach Dave Aranda enters the season on the hot seat, and a win today is crucial for him and this program.
Lubbock, Texas native Sawyer Robertson leads the team with 463 yards and three touchdowns.
Dawson Pendergrass leads the rushing game with 157 yards and one touchdown.
Junior Josh Cameron leads the squad with 142 yards and one touchdown.
BYU vs. Baylor Betting Picks
This line screams Baylor today.
Our OddsChecker betting splits show that the public loves BYU today as an underdog.
We bet on BYU last weekend, but this is a terrific fade spot today, coming off an emotional win.
Baylor will dominate time of possession in this contest, helping them get the cover and win.
Pick: Baylor -3 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
Pick: Baylor ML -165 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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