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WCC Tournament: BYU vs. Saint Mary’s odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s BYU vs. Saint Mary’s WCC Tournament odds and lines, with expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

The BYU Cougars (19-14, 7-9 WCC) square off with the No. 16 Saint Mary’s Gaels (25-6, 14-2) Monday in a WCC semifinal. Tip from Orleans Arena in Las Vegas is at 9 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the BYU vs. Saint Mary’s odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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The Gaels finished the regular season tied for the WCC lead with Gonzaga to secure the top seed in the conference tournament. Saint Mary’s toppled BYU twice along the way, winning 57-56 as a 6.5-point road favorite on Jan. 28 and 71-65 as a 10-point home favorite on Feb. 18.

Saint Mary’s will likely be a top-5 seed in March Madness regardless of the WCC Tournament, but BYU must win this game to have any chance of making it.

The Cougars rank 84th in the nation with 75.6 points per game on the season. However, they will have their work cut out against a truly elite Gaels defense that ranks 5th nationally with just 59.3 points allowed per game.

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BYU vs. Saint Mary’s odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:41 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): BYU +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Saint Mary’s -320 (bet $320 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): BYU +7.5 (-115) | Saint Mary’s -7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 128.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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BYU vs. Saint Mary’s picks and predictions

Prediction

Saint Mary’s 66, BYU 62

Moneyline

PASS.

Saint Mary’s (-320) has beaten BYU twice already this season, but they were both close games.

This should be another win for the Gaels with a possible rematch against Gonzaga and WCC Title on the line, but you shouldn’t risk more than 3 times your potential return on the moneyline.

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Against the spread

BET BYU +7.5 (-115).

BYU’s 2 losses to Saint Mary’s came by a combined 7 points.

The Gaels are the better team but they are not an offensive team and the Cougars are able to score enough to keep games close in this series.

While BYU will fall short of its season average (75.6 points per game), it will do more than what is needed to stay competitive against a Saint Mary’s team that averages 71.9 points per game.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 128.5 (-115).

This will be a slow, physical game with Saint Mary’s allowing just 59.3 points per game and BYU allowing 69.9.

BYU is ranked 134th in field-goal percentage (45.4) and 181st in 3-point percentage (34.1), so there will be plenty of missed shots. Second-chance points for the Cougars will also be hard to come by as Saint Mary’s is a better-than-average defensive-rebounding team. The Gaels will use this advantage to slow down the game even more, making the UNDER 128.5 (-115) my lean Monday.

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BYU at Gonzaga odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s BYU at Gonzaga odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The BYU Cougars (16-11, 6-6 WCC) battle the No. 16 Gonzaga Bulldogs (20-5, 9-2) Saturday. Tip from McCarthey Athletic Center is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the BYU vs. Gonzaga odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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BYU and Gonzaga play their final regular-season matchup Saturday. The Bulldogs beat the Cougars 75-74 on Jan. 12, but BYU did cover a 7-point home underdog as the Under (155) connected.

The Bulldogs beat San Francisco 99-81 Thursday, covering as 15-point home favorites. Gonzaga has covered the spread in 3 of its last 4 games but is just 8-15-1 against the spread (ATS) on the season.

The Cougars lost 92-80 at Pepperdine Thursday, failing to cover as 8-point favorites. BYU is 3-1 ATS over its last 4 and is 13-12 ATS on the season.

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BYU at Gonzaga odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:18 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): BYU +12.5 (-110) | Gonzaga -12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 155.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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BYU at Gonzaga picks and predictions

Prediction

Gonzaga 80, BYU 71

Moneyline

The moneyline was OTB at the time of publication.

However, when it opens there will be no value here either way. BYU has played Gonzaga well over the past few seasons, but the Bulldogs are 11-1 at home while BYU is 2-5 on the road.

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Against the spread

BET BYU +12.5 (-110).

BYU hasn’t been great on the road this season, but it has covered against good teams at a high rate.

The Cougars are 4-0 ATS against ranked opponents and are 7-5 ATS against WCC opponents, while Gonzaga is 5-6 ATS against conference foes. BYU is also 6-4 ATS as an underdog.

BYU also has a defense capable of limiting the efficient Gonzaga attack. The Cougars rank 127th in field goal percentage (42.7%).

BACK BYU +12.5 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 155.5 (-105).

Both Gonzaga and BYU have rewarded Under bettors in conference games as BYU is 5-7 O/U and Gonzaga is 5-6 O/U in WCC games.

BYU should also be able to limit what the Bulldogs do offensively, but it also sits 103rd in field goal attempts per game (58.8), so it likely won’t be pushing the tempo.

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Gonzaga at BYU odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Gonzaga at BYU odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 8 Gonzaga Bulldogs (14-3, 3-0 WCC) meet the BYU Cougars (13-6, 3-1) Thursday at Marriott Center in Provo, Utah. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Gonzaga vs. BYU odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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The Bulldogs scratched out a 9th consecutive win with an 81-76 victory at Santa Clara last time out on Saturday. While Gonzaga has won on the regular, the Zags are a dismal 2-9-1 ATS across their past 12 lined games.

The Cougars bounced back from a 64-59 loss at Loyola Marymount last Thursday by posting a 68-48 win at San Diego Saturday to easily cover as 5.5-point favorites. BYU is an impressive 6-2 ATS across the past 8 lined games.

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Gonzaga at BYU odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Gonzaga -6.5 (110) | BYU +6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 151.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Gonzaga at BYU picks and predictions

Prediction

Gonzaga 76, BYU 73

Moneyline

The money line is OTB at the time of publishing.

However, this should be a close game, and playing Gonzaga would be too risky anyway.

Against the spread

BYU +6.5 (-110) is a nice play, as Gonzaga has really struggled against the number lately.

The Bulldogs are just 5-18-3 ATS across the past 26 games overall and 0-4 ATS in the past 4 games on the road. The Bulldogs are also 6-16-4 ATS in the past 26 games against winning teams, too.

The Cougars are 4-1 ATS in the past 5 games on their home court and 6-2 ATS in the past 8 games overall.

Over/Under

UNDER 151.5 (-115) is the lean in this WCC tilt.

The Under has cashed in 5 in a row for BYU and is 5-2 in its last 7 home games. The Under is 8-3 in the Cougars’ last 11 following a cover while going 4-0 in the past 4 following a straight-up win, too.

The Under is 5-2 in the past 7 road games for the Bulldogs and is 4-1 in their past 5 games following a non-cover.

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New Mexico Bowl: BYU vs. SMU odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s BYU vs. SMU odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The BYU Cougars (7-5) meet the SMU Mustangs (7-5) in the New Mexico Bowl on Saturday at University Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the BYU vs. SMU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Cougars defeated Stanford 35-26 in its final game of the regular season to cover as 6.5-point favorites on the road. BYU ended the regular season on a 3-game winning streak.

The Mustangs took down Memphis 34-31 in its final regular-season game, bt did not cover as 4-point favorites at home. SMU won 4 of its last 5 games in the regular season, so both teams are hot entering Saturday’s bowl game.

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BYU vs. SMU odds

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Moneyline (ML): BYU +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | SMU -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): BYU +3.5 (-110) | SMU -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 64 (O: -111 | U: -109)

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BYU vs. SMU picks and predictions

Prediction

BYU 38, SMU 31

Moneyline

Even though they are considered the underdogs in this contest, BYU (+150) is an enticing bet at plus odds. QB Jaren Hall could miss the game for the Cougars, but I’d still side with BYU to secure the victory, though, I’d be a little less confident if he’s inactive.

Against the spread

Taking the Cougars to win, BYU +3.5 (-110) is the ideal choice as a little insurance. While it would be nice to see the Cougars win to hit the moneyline, we only need them to keep the game within a field goal to cover the spread.

The Mustangs are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games following an ATS loss and 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games against a team not aligned with a conference.

Over/Under

OVER 64 (-111) is a fun wager in this game as we should get a high-scoring, back-and-forth game between these teams. Both of these teams can score points with ease even if Hall isn’t under center for the Cougars.

BYU is 7-1 to the Over in its last 8 non-conference games and the Cougars have hit the Over in 4 of their last 5 games following a win.

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BYU vs. USC odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s BYU vs. USC odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The BYU Cougars (3-1) and USC Trojans (3-1) meet in a Battle 4 Atlantis 1st-round tilt Wednesday in Nassau, Bahamas, at 5 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the BYU vs. USC odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

BYU’s only loss is to previously undefeated No. 19 San Diego State 82-75 Nov. 11 — SDSU (4-1) suffered its 1st loss Tuesday to No. 12 Arizona 87-70 on a neutral floor in Hawaii.

The Trojans game will be another difficult test for the Cougars, who are led by F Fousseyni Traore (12.5 points per game, 7.0 rebounds per game), G Spencer Johnson (11.3 PPG, 5.3 RPG) and F Gideon George (10.5 PPG, 8.3 RPG).

USC has shown an ability to win games in multiple ways. After a surprising 74-61 opening-season loss to Florida Gulf Coast, the Trojans ran off 3 wins in a row. They routed Alabama State 96-58 Nov. 10, beat Vermont 59-57 Nov. 15 and dumped Mount St. Mary’s 83-74 Friday — all 4 games were at home.

USC is led by G Drew Peterson (15.8 PPG, 7.8 RPG and 8.0 assists per game), G Boogie Ellis (15.8 PPG) and F Joshua Morgan (9.5 PPG, 6.5 RPG). The Trojans are a hard team to read and it’s difficult to figure out which version will show up on a given night.

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BYU vs. USC odds

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Moneyline (ML): No lines available
Against the spread (ATS): BYU +1.5 (-105) | USC -1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 142.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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BYU vs. USC picks and predictions

Prediction

USC 70, BYU 63

Moneyline

No line available.

Against the spread

BET USC -1.5 (-115).

Although the Trojans have been up and down, they still score in bunches when needed. Against a BYU team which can struggle on offense, bunches will not be needed.

The Trojans have the talent to overwhelm the Cougars, which is what will happen and why USC -1.5 (-115) as my FAVORITE PLAY in this game.

Over/Under

With BYU struggling and USC being so inconsistent, UNDER 142.5 (-110) is the way to go.

On a neutral court in the Bahamas, the teams will make it feel more like a vacation than an actual game. With the offenses these 2 teams have put up so far, 142.5 is a bit elevated. If the line drops below 140, I’ll change my mind, but at 142.5 (-110) I like the UNDER.

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East Carolina at BYU odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s East Carolina at BYU odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The East Carolina Pirates (5-3) visit the Brigham Young University Cougars (4-4) at LaVell Edwards Stadium Friday. Kickoff is at 8 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the East Carolina vs. BYU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

East Carolina has won 2 straight games and 3 of its last 4. The Pirates are coming off a 34-13 win as 5.5-point underdogs over Central Florida Saturday. QB Holton Ahlers has 18 touchdown passes to only 5 interceptions.

BYU started the season 4-1 but has lost 3 games in a row. The Cougars got out to a 14-3 lead at Liberty Saturday only to lose 41-14, failing to cover as a 7-point favorite.

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East Carolina at BYU odds

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Moneyline (ML): East Carolina +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | BYU -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): East Carolina +3.5 (-120) | BYU -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 63.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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East Carolina at BYU picks and predictions

Prediction

East Carolina 34, BYU 30

Moneyline

BYU was held to only 14 points last week but has averaged 30.1 points per game all season. The problem has not been scoring points, but rather the defensive side of the ball. The Cougars have allowed 40.5 points per game in their 4 losses.

East Carolina averages 33.3 points per game. They have averaged 43.4 points per game in their 5 wins.

Unless BYU’s defense gets better in a hurry or can create some takeaways, expect the Pirates to leave Utah with a win.

Take EAST CAROLINA (+140).

Against the spread

BYU has not covered the spread since their second game of the season, a 26-20 win over Baylor as a 3.5-point underdog. The Cougars are 2-4 ATS when favored and 1-3 ATS at home.

East Carolina is 5-3 ATS on the season overall and 2-1 ATS as an underdog.

If you like the Pirates to win the game outright, then your better play is to PASS on the spread and stick with the moneyline because you get a much better payout.

Over/Under

Five of BYU’s 8 games have hit the Over this season while 4 of East Carolina’s have.

The two teams’ season average for scoring combines to be 63.3 points per game.

Only 1 of BYU’s losses has had more than 63 points. Two of East Carolina’s wins have had more than 63.

However, BYU’s opponents have scored 28 or more in 3 straight games.

It will be close but I LEAN OVER 63.5 (-112).

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BYU at Liberty odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s BYU Cougars at Liberty Flames odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The BYU Cougars (4-3) and the Liberty Flames (6-1) play Saturday at Williams Stadium in Lynchburg, Va. Kickoff for this non-conference tilt is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPNU). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the BYU vs. Liberty odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Cougars opened the season 4-1, but they have lost back-to-back games to Notre Dame in Las Vegas (28-20 Oct. 8) and at home to Arkansas (52-35 Oc.t 15). BYU failed to cover the spread in its past 5 games after opening 2-0 against the spread (ATS). The Over is 4-1 in the past 5 games.

The Flames are nearly unbeaten, with the lone exception a 37-36 loss at then-No. 18 and now-No. 13 Wake Forest Sept. 17. They were fortunate to win last week, defeating Gardner-Webb of the FCS 21-20 in a nearly disastrous setback at home. Liberty has allowed 20 or more points in 3 straight games, and it has failed to cover the past 2.

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BYU at Liberty odds

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Moneyline (ML): BYU -280 (bet $280 to win $100) | Liberty +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread: BYU -6.5 (-122) | Liberty +6.5 (-102)
Over/Under (O/U): 57.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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BYU at Liberty picks and predictions

Prediction

BYU 30, Liberty 26

Moneyline

BYU (-280) will set you back nearly 3 times your potential return, and that’s a risky proposition, especially for a road team.

AVOID.

Against the spread

LIBERTY +6.5 (-102) is a decent play at home as it is likely the Flames were simply looking ahead to this important matchup in last weekend’s near-debacle against Gardner-Webb.

In addition, BYU has failed to cover 5 straight games, while going 1-6 ATS in the past 7 on the road. Liberty is 9-4 ATS in the past 13 games against winning teams, while cashing in 10 of the past 14 outings at home.

Over/Under

UNDER 57.5 (-105) is the lean, but go lightly.

The Under has hit in 5 of the past 6 against fellow independents for BYU, while the Under is 4-1 in the past 5 home games for Liberty, including each of the 3 home games so far this season.

Defense isn’t a hallmark for either of these teams, but we should see the Under cash in this one.

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BYU vs. Notre Dame odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s BYU vs. Notre Dame odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 16 BYU Cougars (4-1) take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (2-2) Saturday in prime time on a neutral field. Kickoff is Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas (NBC, Peacock). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the BYU vs. Notre Dame odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

BYU is No. 16 in the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports. The Cougars have won 2 games in a row after starting the season with 2 straight wins and a loss. Their lone loss was to then-No. 25 Oregon.

Notre Dame entered this season No. 5 in preseason rankings. They have rallied for 2 straight wins over California and North Carolina after losing to Ohio State and Marshall to start the season.

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BYU vs. Notre Dame odds

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Moneyline (ML): BYU +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Notre Dame -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): BYU +3.5 (-107) | Notre Dame -3.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -105 | U: -120)

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BYU vs. Notre Dame picks and predictions

Prediction

BYU 31, Notre Dame 27

Moneyline

The game atmosphere will be great with 2 fanbases that are everywhere nationwide. Notre Dame has increased its point total each week, peaking with 45 points last weekend. The Fighting Irish have won the last 3 matchups, but the teams have not played since 2013.

BYU has scored 26 or more in 4 of their 5 games, scoring 20 in their lone loss this season. BYU’s offensive attack is diverse. Four different players have more than 190 receiving yards, and 2 have more than 160 rushing yards. QB Jaren Hall has 12 touchdown passes to only 1 interception.

Notre Dame has two players with more than 200 receiving yards, but no one else has even reached 100.

Take BYU (+165).

Against the spread

BYU is 2-3 ATS this season and Notre Dame is 2-2 ATS.

Notre Dame allowed 32 points last week to North Carolina. BYU put up 38 each of the last 2 weeks.

BYU’s defense showed it can slow stronger programs with its overtime win over Baylor.

Expecting the upset, I like the Cougars on the moneyline, but if you aren’t as sure, this could be a game that goes down to the wire and will come down to a late field goal.

Take BYU +3.5 (-107).

Over/Under

BYU’s last 3 games have all had totals of more than 60.

The only game for Notre Dame to even get the 50s was their win last week, which had 77 total points.

But with both teams trending toward scoring more, take OVER 51.5 (-105).

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Utah State at BYU odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Utah State at BYU odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Utah State Aggies (1-3) and the BYU Cougars (3-1) meet Thursday at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Utah State vs. BYU school odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Aggies are in freefall, dropping 3 consecutive games after a 31-20 victory in Week 0 against UConn. That includes an ugly 35-7 loss to Weber State of the FCS and a 34-24 setback in Logan against UNLV in their Mountain West opener.

The Cougars rebounded from a 41-20 loss at Oregon Sept. 17, posting a 38-24 victory over Wyoming Saturday as the Over connected. The Over is 3-1 for BYU through 4 games.

BYU is No. 20 in the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Utah State at BYU State odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:40 a.m. ET.

Money line (ML): Utah State +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | BYU -3000 (bet $3,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Utah State +23.5 (-103) | BYU -23.5 (-117)
Over/Under (O/U): 60.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Utah State at BYU picks and predictions

Prediction

BYU 45, Utah State 13

Money line

BYU (-3000) is going to win this game, make no mistake. However, you cannot risk 30 times your potential return, or in other words, you can’t risk $100 for just a $3.33 profit.

AVOID.

Against the spread

BYU -23.5 (-117) has been a little dinged up. WR Gunner Romney is poised to return after suffering a lacerated kidney in camp. WR Puka Nacua is dealing with a lower leg injury, and is questionable. WR Chase Roberts is questionable due to an undisclosed injury but is expected to play.

However, even if I were starting for the Cougars, BYU would dominate this game and win going away. Utah State is awful.

Over/Under

The UNDER 60.5 (-110) is the LEAN in this Beehive State rivalry game.

The Cougars have some injury issues at receiver, so they may turn to the run game more. Running means the clock gets chewed up, favoring the Under. Utah State can’t be trusted to score much, as QB Logan Bonner has really struggled and been mistake-prone.

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Wyoming at BYU odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Wyoming at BYU odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Wyoming Cowboys (3-1) and the No. 23 BYU Cougars (2-1) meet at LaVell Edwards Stadium Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:15 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Wyoming vs. BYU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

(Rankings courtesy of the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports).

Wyoming RB Titus Swen ran for a late 4th-quarter go-ahead TD in a 17-14 win at home vs. the Air Force Falcons in a Mountain West Conference opener on Sept. 16. The Cowboys won straight up as 16.5-point underdogs and held Air Force’s No. 1 ranked rushing offense to just 171 yards.

BYU’s run game has struggled in its last 2 contests vs. the No. 18 Oregon Ducks and the No. 17 Baylor Bears. The Cougars finished with a combined 144 yards on the ground the last 2 weeks, a far cry from the 300 yards they generated in their season opener at the South Florida Bulls on Sept. 3.

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Wyoming at BYU odds

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Money line (ML): Wyoming +850 (bet $100 to win $850) | BYU -1800 (bet $1,800 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wyoming +21.5 (-108) | BYU -21.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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BYU at Wyoming picks and predictions

Prediction

BYU 35, Wyoming 10

Money line

PASS.

BYU (-1800) money line should hit as the Cougars have not lost at home to Wyoming since 1987. However, risking $1,800 to profit $100 is not worth it.

Against the spread

BET BYU -21.5 (-112).

BYU’s run game and defense should bounce back vs. a Wyoming team that’s due for a let-down after an emotional underdog win.

The Cougars are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games after allowing 40+ points in their previous game. Expect BYU to come out more focused than Wyoming and to win by margin. Lay the points.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 49.5 (-105).

Wyoming will have a hard time scoring vs. a BYU defense that is looking to make a statement after giving up 41 points at Oregon.

The Under is 5-1 in Wyoming’s last 6 games following a win, meaning the Cowboys’ offense should struggle after pulling off an unlikely upset vs. Air Force.

BYU’s offense controlling the clock with the run game should help the Under hit while its defense gets Wyoming’s offense off the field quickly.

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