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Kansas Jayhawks Look to Upset Arizona State Sun Devils in BIG12 Matchup at Mountain American Stadium

This weekend, the 3-1 Arizona State Sun Devils will face off against the 1-4 Kansas Jayhawks in their first BIG12 contest at Mountain American Stadium in Tempe. After a disappointing loss to Texas Tech, ASU is coming off a bye week and looking to bounce back. On the other hand, the Jayhawks have struggled this season, with only one win against Lindenwood Lions and a 0-5 ATS record. Kickoff is scheduled for 5 PM MST on Saturday, October 5, with Arizona State favored to win by -2.5 points.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Jayhawks +116 | Sun Devils -139
• Spread: Jayhawks +2.5 (-110) | Sun Devils -2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 50.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona St. will win straight-up is 58%.

Kansas vs Arizona St. Stats

Kansas Jayhawks

Despite a disappointing start to the season, the Kansas Jayhawks are looking forward to a bye week before hosting Houston, one of the worst teams in the country. Coach Lance Leipold expressed his frustration with the team's performance, acknowledging the need for improvement. The Jayhawks rely on a strong running game led by Devin Neal and Daniel Hishaw, with quarterback Jalon Daniels adding to their offensive production. Despite their struggles on defense, the team has shown potential with a positive scoring margin. Overall, Kansas is ranked 79th in offense, 50th in defense, and has a power ranking of 41 with a 1-4 record.

Arizona St. Sun Devils Analysis

Arizona State has started their first BIG12 season with a 3-1 record, matching their total wins from the previous year. They recently suffered a 30-22 loss to Texas Tech in their first conference game. RB Cam Skattebo and QB Sam Leavitt were held in check during the game. The team is averaging 32.8 points per game and allowing 22, with a positive margin of 10.8. The offense has produced 409 total yards per game, while the defense is allowing 286 yards with 11 sacks and 7 turnovers on the season. Arizona State has a power ranking of 92 and ranks #48 in offense and #63 in defense. They are 3-1 overall, with Kansas having gone 0-0 in their last 3 matchups against Arizona State.

Kansas Jayhawks Positioned for Victory Against Arizona State in BIG12 Matchup

In the current season, despite challenges faced by the Kansas Jayhawks in 2024, the team has shown tenacity and competitiveness in several games. Arizona State University has performed surprisingly well, but their success may be attributed to a less challenging schedule, defeating teams with a combined record of 4-10. This situation presents an advantageous opportunity for the Jayhawks to secure a positive outcome. Kansas' strength in running the ball against formidable opponents will likely be a key factor in their game against the Sun Devils. Although Arizona State ranks 13th in defense against the run, recent performances indicate vulnerabilities in this aspect. Therefore, Kansas is positioned to capitalize on this weakness and earn a victory, potentially handing the Sun Devils their second loss in the BIG12 conference. Considering these factors, it may be beneficial to bet on Kansas +3 for this matchup.

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