The Kansas Jayhawks (3-0) will meet their Big 12-rival, the BYU Cougars (3-0) in a matchup on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. The Jayhawks are notable favorites in this one, with the spread posted at 9 points. The over/under is set at 55.5 in the contest.
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Kansas vs. BYU Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas | -9 | -110 | -110 | 55.5 | -112 | -108 |
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Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| BYU (+9) | Over (55.5) | Kansas 33 BYU 30 |
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Team Stat Comparison
| Kansas | BYU | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 37.7 (43) | 31.0 (69) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 21.3 (55) | 15.7 (28) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 4 (60) | 2 (12) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 4 (65) | 7 (12) |
Kansas vs. BYU Betting Insights
Kansas Stats and Trends
- Kansas has covered once in three matchups with a spread this season.
- The Jayhawks have not covered the spread when favored by 9 points or more this season (in two opportunities).
- Games featuring Kansas have hit the over once this season.
- The Jayhawks and their opponents have scored a combined total of more than 55.5 points twice this season (over three games).
- KU has an average total of 58.5 in their contests this year, 3.0 more points than this game’s over/under.
BYU Stats and Trends
- BYU has a record of 1-2-0 against the spread this season.
- This year, games featuring BYU have hit the over twice.
- The Cougs and their opponents have scored more than 55.5 combined points twice this season.
- BYU’s contests this season have a 47.0-point average over/under, 8.5 fewer points than this game’s point total.
Kansas Players to Watch
- Jalon Daniels has thrown for 575 yards while completing 75% of his passes (42-of-56), with two touchdowns and one interception this year (287.5 yards per game).
- Devin Neal has picked up a team-high 303 rushing yards (101.0 yards per game) and scored five touchdowns. He has tacked on eight catches for 131 yards (43.7 receiving yards per game) with one receiving touchdown.
- So far this year Daniel Hishaw Jr. has rushed for 175 yards on 25 carries (58.3 ypg), with three rushing touchdowns.
- Lawrence Arnold has grabbed 14 passes for a team-best 212 yards. He averages 70.7 yards per game.
- Luke Grimm’s stat line this year shows 11 catches for 157 yards and one touchdown. He averages 52.3 receiving yards per game.
- Quentin Skinner has 151 receiving yards on 10 receptions, averaging 50.3 yards per game.
BYU Players to Watch
- Kedon Slovis has thrown for 660 yards while completing 61.1% of his passes (55-of-90), with six touchdowns and one interception this year (220.0 yards per game).
- LJ Martin has racked up a team-best 195 rushing yards (65.0 per game) and two touchdowns.
- So far this year Aidan Robbins has run for 29 yards on 10 carries (14.5 ypg).
- Isaac Rex has reeled in 10 passes for a team-high 184 yards with one touchdown. He averages 61.3 yards per game.
- Chase Roberts has hauled in 13 catches for 138 yards (46.0 yards per game) and two touchdowns.
- This season Darius Lassiter has caught nine passes for 116 yards and one touchdown, averaging 58.0 receiving yards per game.
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