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BYU vs Oklahoma State Prediction 10-18-24 College Football Picks

Oklahoma State Cowboys (3-3) vs. BYU Cougars (6-0)
October 18, 2024 10:15 pm EDT
The Line: BYU Cougars -8.5; Over/Under: 55.5
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In this article, we will formulate a BYU vs Oklahoma State Prediction for this College Football Week 8 game on Saturday, October 12th, at LaVell Edwards Stadium.  Let’s take a look at a BYU Cougars vs Oklahoma State Cowboys pick.

More Should be Talking about BYU

There really should be more people talking about BYU as they come into this game with a 6-0 record overall. On Saturday, BYU faced off against the Arizona Wildcats, and they were able to secure a 41-19 victory. They scored at least 13 points each of the last three quarters and that was enough for the win. Quarterback Retlzaff had a strong game completing 18 of his 32 passes for 218 yards and two touchdowns. Hinkley Rapoti had a solid game on the ground rushing nine times for 36 yards. 

BYU on the season is averaging 34.3 points, while their defense is giving up 16.33 points per game. The offense is ranked 30th in the league, while the defense is ranked 15th. In this game, BYU needs to have another big game from Reltzaff and he needs to take good care of the ball and not turn it over. BYU will take on UCF and Utah after this game.

Oklahoma State Looks Lost

Oklahoma State Looks lost right now, and they have lost three games in a row. In the last game against West Virginia, Oklahoma State scored only 14 points while the defense gave up 38 points. Alan Bowman wasn’t good enough under center, and they are going to need him to be better. Bowman completed 10 of his 19 passes for 116 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. Ollie Gordon finished with 13 carries for 50 yards. Oklahoma State needs to turn it around quickly, or this season is going to get away from them more than it already has. 

Oklahoma State on the season is averaging 30.2 points, while their defense is giving up 27.2 points per game. The offense is ranked 58th in the league, while the defense is ranked 89th in the league. Oklahoma State will meet Baylor after this game.

BYU vs Oklahoma State Matchup/Facts

  • BYU ranks T18th among FBS teams for Q1 opponent points per game this season (2.8).
  • BYU ranks T24th among FBS teams for H2 points per game this season (17.2).
  • Oklahoma State ranks 126th among FBS teams for 1st downs against this season (143).
  • Oklahoma State ranks 125th among FBS teams for rushing yards per game this season (91.2).

BYU vs Oklahoma State Prediction

BYU is going to put a show on here, and they are going to end up cruising to the victory here. Oklahoma State’s offense isn’t good, and they are going to really struggle to get the offense going here. BYU is going to get another big game from Retlaff and that is going to be the difference here. Look for BYU to score at least 30 points, and they are going to cruise. Back BYU against the spread here. 

Shane Mickle's Free Pick: BYU -8.5

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Shane Mickle

Sports is about all Shane knows in this life! He has a passion for sports and writing, which makes working for Sportschatplace a perfect job for him! If you find him cheering for a team it's usually a Minnesota team, or the Kansas Jayhawks!

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