The Arkansas Razorbacks and the Oklahoma State Cowboys meet in week 2 college football action from Boone Pickens Stadium on Saturday afternoon. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best bets for this game. Here’s an Arkansas vs. Oklahoma State prediction.
Arkansas Recap
The Arkansas Razorbacks come into this one after starting the year with a 70-0 rout of FCS Arkansas-Pine Bluff to kick things off at 1-0. After this matchup, the Hogs will host UAB at home.
Green Stars For Arkansas
Taylen Green threw for 229 yards and 2 touchdowns on 16 of 23 passing while also rushing for 2 scores and 88 yards on the ground. Malachi Singleton threw for 120 yards on 8 of 10 passing while Ja’Quinden Jackson led the Hogs with 8 carries for 101 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Tyrell Reed, Braylen Russell, and Rodney Hill each chipped in a rushing TD as well as the aforementioned Singleton. Isaac TeSlaa led the Hogs with 3 receptions for 53 yards while Jordan Anthony had 3 grabs for 46 yards. Tyrone Borden and Ty Washington each had a TD grab for the Razorbacks as well in the win.
On defense, Nico Davillier led the Razorbacks with 5 total tackles while Xavian Sorey Jr., Eric Gregory, Stephen Dix Jr., and Bradley Shaw each had a sack in the victory.
Why the Arkansas Razorbacks will win
- Arkansas has won 13 of its last 15 games against non-conference opponents.
- Arkansas has covered the spread in seven of its last eight matches when playing with a rest advantage.
Oklahoma State Recap
The Oklahoma State Cowboys come into this one looking to build on a 44-20 win over South Dakota State to start the year. Following this game, Oklahoma State will face off against Tulsa in an in-state rivalry matchup.
Bowman & Gordon II Steal Show For Cowboys
Alan Bowman threw for 267 yards and 3 touchdowns on 25 of 34 passing while Ollie Gordon II led the Cowboys on the ground with 27 carries for 104 yards and a pair of touchdowns. De’Zhaun Stribling had 6 receptions for a team-high 83 yards while Rashod Owens added 3 receptions for 81 yards and a TD. Gordon II added a 3rd TD through the air while Brennan Presley chipped in a team-high 7 catches for 35 yards and a touchdown of his own.
On defense, Trey Rucker led OK State with 15 total tackles including 9 solo tackles while Nick Martin had 10 total tackles and a sack. Collin Oliver also added a sack of his own while Korie Black chipped in an interception for the Cowboy defense.
Why the Oklahoma State Cowboys will win
- Oklahoma State has won 14 of its last 15 games against non-conference opponents at Boone Pickens Stadium.
- Arkansas has lost nine of its last 10 games against AP-ranked teams.
- Oklahoma State has covered the spread in five of its last six games at Boone Pickens Stadium.
- Arkansas has failed to cover the spread in three of its last four games against non-conference opponents.
Arkansas vs. Oklahoma State Prediction
I’m going to side with Arkansas and the points here. I think it’s a bit of a tough call between these two with both facing FCS opposition in their openers, but I really like what I saw from Arkansas even against lowly Pine Bluff as the Hogs moved the ball at will. Oklahoma State took down the two-time defending FCS champions which is impressive, but this line feels a little thick for my liking as I think it’s a 3-4 point game. Give me Arkansas and the points here.