Colorado and BYU meet Saturday in Week 5 college football action from Folsom Field. Here’s a Colorado Buffaloes vs BYU Cougars prediction. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best BYU Cougars vs Colorado Buffaloes pick.
What a Start from BYU
It has been quite the start to the season for BYU and they have a ton of confidence right now. BYU has won each of the first three games so far this season. BYU faced off against East Carolina in the last game, and they scored 34 points on the way to the victory. Bear Bachmeier completed 18 of his 25 passes for 246 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions. LJ Martin had a huge game, finishing with 14 carries for 101 yards and a touchdown. Having a balanced attack is going to continue to be key.
BYU on the season is averaging 43.33 points while their defense is giving up 5.33 points per game. The offense is ranked 17th best in the league while the defense is the best in all of college football.
Why the BYU Cougars will win
- BYU has won each of its last 13 September games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Colorado has lost each of its last seven games against AP-ranked teams.
- BYU has covered the spread in each of its last six September games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Colorado has failed to cover the spread in three of its last four games against conference opponents.
Can Colorado Build on Last Game?
Two games ago against Houston, Colorado really struggled, but they bounced back in a big way in the last game. Colorado scored 37 points, while the defense gave up only 20 points, and they ended up winning by 17 points over Wyoming. Kaidon Salter completed 18 of his 28 passes for 304 yards and three touchdowns. He also had a huge game on the ground, rushing 11 times for 86 yards and a touchdown. It appears Colorado has found their quarterback, but they need him to build on that game.
Colorado on the season is averaging 27 points while their defense is giving up 22.5 points per game. The offense is ranked 83rd while the defense is ranked 66th. This is a really tough matchup, and getting out to a fast start is going to be key. If they struggle early in this game, it could be a long one.
Why the Colorado Buffaloes will win
- Colorado has won five of its last six games in September.
- Colorado has covered the spread in eight of its last nine games against conference opponents at Folsom Field.
Colorado vs BYU Prediction
Colorado had no issue against Wyoming, but this is a much better matchup. Colorado’s defense is giving up 22.5 points per game, but they are going to give up way more than that here. Bear Bachmeier is the real deal for BYU and he’s going to have a huge game here. Colorado is going to struggle to get to the 17 point mark here, and BYU is going to end up putting up at least 35. This line should really be closer to 14 points, and BYU is going to end up winning in blowout fashion. Back BYU to win and cover the spread.