West Virginia Favored in Home Battle Against Struggling Cincinnati Bearcats
Cincinnati is looking to continue their winning streak after defeating the Houston Cougars last week. West Virginia has fallen short to Oklahoma after a 59-20 loss last week
Game outlook
Cincinnati is looking to continue their winning streak after defeating the Houston Cougars last week. West Virginia has fallen short to Oklahoma after a 59-20 loss last week and are playing at home this Saturday at 2.30pm EST from Milan Pusker Stadium in Morgantown, West Virginia.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 11/18/2023 @ 2:30pm EST
Where: Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Bearcats +205 | Mountaineers -245
Spread: Bearcats +6.5 (-110) | Mountaineers -6.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 54.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that West Virginia will win straight-up is 71%.
Cincinnati Bearcats
Led by Emory Jones, the dual-threat quarterback, the Bearcats possess a potent offense averaging 443.9 yards per game. However, their defensive unit is a weak point, ranking 10th in the Big 12, as they have struggled to keep opponents from scoring, giving up nearly 27 points per contest. RB Corey Kiner has had a strong season, averaging 88.5 yards per game, and WR Xzavier Henderson, with 64.8 yards per game, leads the team on the perimeter. Cincinnati will be unable to qualify for a bowl game this season due to NCAA restrictions. The Cincinnati Bearcats, ranked 101st in power rankings, have struggled this season, going 3-7 (4-6 ATS). Led by dual-threat quarterback, Emory Jones, the offense has averaged 443.9 yards per game. RB Corey Kiner has had a standout season with 88.5 yards per game and WR Xzavier Henderson leads the team on the perimeter with 64.8 yards per game. However, their defense has had trouble keeping opponents from scoring, ranking 10th in the Big 12 and allowing 28.33 points per game. This season Cincinnati will not qualify for a bowl game due to NCAA restricts.