Baylor Bears vs Kansas Jayhawks prediction: Bears -1 gets the edge
Baylor will beat Kansas, 27-23, with its run defense providing the strongest matchup advantage against Isaiah Marshall and Dylan Edwards. The Bears allow 86.7 rushing yards per game and 2.6 yards per carry, giving Baylor -1 (-110) enough appeal for an actionable spread recommendation. Confidence is medium after Baylor’s offensive struggles against TCU. The total of 53 is a Pass.
Baylor Bears vs Kansas Jayhawks prediction and best bet
Baylor -1 (-110) is the best bet because the Bears’ defensive strength directly challenges a major source of Kansas production. Marshall and Edwards have combined for 747 rushing yards at 5.0 yards per carry. Making those yards harder to earn would put more responsibility on the Jayhawks’ passing game.
Baylor still needs an offensive rebound after losing 17-6 to TCU. Its season average of 30.0 points per game offers a more encouraging picture than that latest result, but Kansas presents a credible passing-defense challenge. The forecast favors Baylor’s ability to limit Kansas enough to win by four, rather than requiring a dominant road performance.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Baylor Bears at Kansas Jayhawks, 2026 college football season, Saturday, October 24. Kickoff: noon CT, also 1 p.m. EDT.
Venue: David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Broadcast: TNT.
Records: Baylor Bears 3-2; Kansas Jayhawks 2-4.
SportsJaw odds: Baylor Bears +1.5 (-110); Kansas Jayhawks -1.5 (-110). Moneyline: Baylor Bears -103; Kansas Jayhawks -117. Total: Over 54.5 (-110); Under 54.5 (-110).
SportsJaw total: Over 53 (-106), Under 53 (-114).