BYU vs. Baylor Prediction: Can Sawyer Robertson, Bears Outlast Ranked BYU in Big 12 Battle?
The Baylor Bears will welcome the ranked BYU Cougars to Waco on Saturday afternoon for a Big 12 showdown. Can Sawyer Robertson and the Bears knock out the No. 22 Cougars? Hammering Hank thinks so, and explains why in his BYU vs. Baylor prediction and pick.
Hammering Hank - September 28, 2024, 10:07 AM EDT
5 minBYU vs. Baylor Prediction: Can Sawyer Robertson, Bears Outlast Ranked BYU in Big 12 Battle?
The 4-0 and No. 22 BYU Cougars are in Waco, Texas to take on the 2-2 Baylor Bears at 12 p.m. EST. This is a Big 12 matchup as Baylor looks to get revenge after losing on a Hail Mary last week versus Colorado.
One week ago, the Bears lost in overtime in their first conference game in an unfortunate last-second effort by Colorado. This week, they're taking a step up in competition against ranked opponent in BYU.
I have a pick for this game, so let's lock in!
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)
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BYU vs. Baylor Prediction
This is the first time these teams have played each other since 2022, when BYU won 26-20. Both teams have looked solid so far this year, and the Baylor Bears look to steal a win at home against a ranked opponent. I don't think this game will be close, as I see Baylor starting off strong and never looking back!
There are three major keys to the game for Baylor. If they can accomplish these, they'll move to 1-1 in the conference against a tough opponent.
BYU VS. BAYLOR - KEYS TO THE GAME
GET STOPS ON THIRD DOWN
- Baylor allows 3rd down conversions at a 43% rate, where BYU converts at a 29% rate. Baylor should win 3rd downs, and they will need it.
LIMIT THE BYU PASSING GAME
- BYU averages 254 passing YPG which is 67th best in the nation. Baylor's pass defense has been solid this year, but they need to take this away if Baylor wants to win this game.
CONTROL THE GAME
- BYU loves big plays, but Baylor needs to take that away and make them early their points. If Baylor creates long drives on offense, they should have no problem winning this game.
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BYU vs. Baylor Pick
Pick: Baylor ML -165 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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