Kansas vs. West Virginia Prediction, Odds and Best Bet for Nov. 14, 2026
West Virginia is our pick to beat Kansas 35-31 on November 14, led by a rushing attack averaging 263.6 yards per game. Kansas has the offensive balance to challenge a vulnerable Mountaineers defense, making this a low-confidence forecast. Neither West Virginia -3 (-104) nor the total of 66.5 offers a strong enough edge for an official wager. SportsJaw’s best bet is Pass.
Kansas Jayhawks vs West Virginia Mountaineers prediction and best bet
West Virginia gets the nod because its rushing production offers the clearest route to controlling this matchup. The Mountaineers average 37.2 points per game, and Michael Hawkins Jr. and Cam Cook both delivered substantial rushing contributions against Texas Tech. Their ability to threaten Kansas with multiple ball carriers drives our winning forecast.
The betting decision is less convincing. Kansas brings a productive offense and a better season-long yardage allowance than West Virginia. A four-point projected margin leaves little separation from the three-point spread, while the scoring evidence points in competing directions. Pass is the official recommendation.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Kansas Jayhawks at West Virginia Mountaineers, 2026 college football, Big 12 play.
Kickoff: Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. ET, equivalent to 4:30 p.m. CT. Both schools’ November 8 announcements confirm the time.
Venue: Milan Puskar Stadium, Morgantown, West Virginia.
Broadcast: ESPNU.
Records: Kansas Jayhawks 3-6; West Virginia Mountaineers 4-4.
SportsJaw spread and moneyline: Kansas +3 (-115) and +122; West Virginia -3 (-104) and -146 respectively. Total: Over 66.5 (-110), Under 66.5 (-110).