The Stanford Cardinal (4-5, 3-4 Pac-12 North) visits the Washington State Cougars (4-5, 1-5) Saturday at 4:30 p.m. (on the Pac-12 Network).
We analyze the Stanford-Washington odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.
Stanford at Washington State: Three things you need to know
1. Stanford hasn’t had much success against Washington State over the last five years, failing to cover the spread in each of their previous five contests.
2. Stanford has had success in the win/loss column, however, coming away with a victory in eight of the last 11 meetings between the two sides.
3. Washington State is currently in the midst of a massive slump as it has lost four of its previous five games.
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Stanford at Washington State: Odds, betting lines and picks
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Prediction
Washington State 35, Stanford 24
Moneyline (ML)
WASHINGTON STATE (-400) opens this game as a pretty significant home favorite over Stanford (+300) despite both teams having just four wins apiece on the season. However, with Washington State averaging close to 40 points per game this season, it’s tough to envision a scenario in which Stanford can ultimately win this game. While it could be close, expect the Cougars to ultimately take home the win at home.
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Against the Spread (ATS)
WASHINGTON STATE (-10.5) is the play here. While Washington State has recently struggled against conference opponents, Stanford is struggling to find any consistency on offense as it has dealt with multiple injuries on that side of the ball. Expect this game to be close for a while, but for the Cougars to eventually cover the spread.
Over/Under (O/U)
The O/U is 63.5 (-106, –115), which would usually feel low considering a contest featuring a Mike Leach-led team. However, Stanford has one of the worst offenses in college football, averaging less than 22 points per game. Expect Washington State to do a lot of scoring, but for the UNDER to hit in this contest.
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