Arizona Wildcats (3-2) vs. BYU Cougars (5-0)
October 12, 2024 4:00 pm EDT
The Line: BYU Cougars -5; Over/Under: 49.5
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In this article, we will formulate a BYU vs Arizona Prediction for this College Football Week 7 game on Saturday, October 12th, at the LaVell Edwards Stadium. Let’s take a look at a BYU Cougars vs Arizona Wildcats pick.
BYU Has Surprised
No one had many expectations for this BYU team heading into the season but they currently sit with a 5-0 record and are ranked 4th in the league. In the last game against Baylor, it wasn’t the cleanest game, but BYU scored 34 points, and they ended up winning by six points. Jake Retzlaff completed 17 of his 31 passes for 216 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. He was also the top rusher, finishing with six rushes for 53 yards and a touchdown. In this game, they are going to need to find success through the air.
BYU on the season is averaging 33 points, while their defense is giving up 15.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 41st in the league, while the defense is ranked 17th. They aren’t super efficient in the red zone and that is something that could be really improved upon. BYU will face Oklahoma State and UCF following this one.
What a Bad Loss for Arizona
Arizona only scored 22 points in the last game against Texas Tech, which might not sound awful, but against a team as bad as Texas Tech’s defense it was awful. In the first half, Arizona only scored three points, and although they fought back, it wasn’t enough as they ended up losing by six points. Noah Fifta completed 28 of his 49 passes for 301 yards, zero touchdowns, and two interceptions. Two games ago, Arizona faced off against Utah, and they were able to secure a 23-10 victory, and they need more of that type of performance.
Arizona is averaging 27 points while their defense is giving up 23.6 points per game. The offense is ranked 85th in the league while the defense is ranked 66th. Getting out to a fast start is key here.
Why Arizona Will Beat BYU
- Arizona has won four of its last five games as an underdog.
- BYU has lost three of its last four October games as a home favorite.
- Arizona has covered the spread in seven of its last eight games as an underdog.
- BYU has failed to cover the spread in five of its last six October games against non-AP-ranked teams.
BYU vs Arizona Prediction
This total is too high. There was so much hope for this Arizona offense heading into the season, but they haven’t quite lived up to those expectations so far this season. BYU’s defense is giving up only 15.8 points per game, and they are going to lock down in this game. BYU’s offense will also struggle here, and that will be the difference here. Back the under to cash here with ease.
