College Football Week 13 Prediction, Pick & Betting Line for BYU vs Arizona State

• #14 BYU travels to #21 Arizona State in CFB Week 13
• The Sun Devils are 3-point favorites over BYU
• Keep reading for the latest BYU vs Arizona State odds, picks, and prediction for Saturday, November 23

Who would have thought that these two teams would be fighting for a spot in the Big 12 Championship in Week 13? Both BYU and Arizona State were projected to finish near the bottom of the conference over the summer, but now BYU is 9-1 and Arizona State is 8-2. BYU is currently in first place in the Big 12, while Arizona State is in third.

Arizona State has owned this series 20-8, but BYU has won the last three meetings. The latest matchup between these two programs was in 2021 when BYU won 27-17 in Provo. In what might be the biggest game in this series’s history, who will cover the spread on Saturday?

BYU vs Arizona State Odds

Despite being ranked lower, the college football odds have the Sun Devils listed as 3-point favorites at home. Since the lines opened, the odds have not changed much. The spread moved slightly from BYU +3.5 to BYU +3, while the O/U has stayed put at 48.5.

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BYU Looking to Bounce Back

BYU suffered its first loss of the season last week against Kansas. Despite the 17-13 loss at home, they still control their own destiny and will be in the Big 12 Championship if they win their final two games.

The Cougars are 7-3 against the spread this season but have only covered once over the last three games. This is the fifth time that BYU is an underdog this season, and they are 4-0 ATS in those games.

BYU’s offense has slowed over the last two games, but they averaged 37 points per game in their six games prior. Heading into this game, they are still ranked 38th in the country in scoring offense. BYU is led by Quarterback Jake Retzlaff, who has thrown for 19 touchdowns and eight interceptions while adding another four touchdowns on the ground.

On the defensive side of the ball, BYU has been very opportunistic. The Cougars have forced 22 takeaways on the season and are strong against the run. Their rush defense will need to come to play if BYU wants to win this game on the road.

Arizona State Still Has Big 12 Championship Hopes

While Arizona State does not control their own destiny like BYU and Colorado, the Sun Devils are right there when it comes to their chances of making the conference championship game. They are currently in third place in the conference with an 8-2 record (5-2 in the Big 12). This game is massive for their title game hopes. If Arizona State wins then beats Arizona next week, and Iowa State loses to Utah, they should be in.

The Sun Devils are 5-0 straight up at home this season and are an impressive 8-2 against the spread. When favored by at least three points, they are 3-0 ATS.

Arizona State wants to run the ball. They do not shy away from their game plan, and yet they have executed it extremely well this season. Running back Cam Skattebo is averaging over five yards per carry and has over 1,000 rushing yards on the season. He has also started to become more involved in the passing game and has averaged 59.75 receiving yards over his last four games. On top of that, Skattebo has 13 total touchdowns on the year.

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While the whole season has been a surprise for Arizona State, their defense has especially impressed. They are a top 50 unit and have allowed just 122 rushing yards per game, which is good for third in the Big 12.

BYU vs Arizona State Prediction

This game should be an exciting one. Both of these teams are physical and battle-tested, and both are eyeing the Big 12 Championship. The winner there has a great shot at making the CFP bracket.

BYU’s defense has been strong, and while I believe they will be able to stop (or at least slow down) Skattebo early, he should be able to get going late in this game after wearing down their defense. BYU can put up points, but they have struggled to convert on third downs, which makes me like Arizona State in this matchup. The Sun Devils are not flashy on offense, but they have long, sustained drives, so I believe they will control this game.

Arizona State is at home, and their fans will be loud with this being the biggest game the program has played in quite some time. I trust Arizona’s defense to slow down BYU’s offense and for the ground game to take over in this one. I will take Arizona State to cover the spread on Saturday.

BYU vs Arizona State Pick: Arizona State -3 (-120)

In a highly anticipated matchup, the BYU Cougars will face off against the Arizona State Sun Devils in Week 13 of college football. Both teams have had successful seasons so far, with BYU boasting a 9-2 record and Arizona State sitting at 7-4. This game is sure to be a close and exciting battle between two talented teams.

When looking at the betting line for this game, oddsmakers have the Sun Devils as slight favorites, with a spread of -3.5 points. This means that Arizona State is expected to win by at least four points in order to cover the spread. The over/under for this game is set at 52.5 points, indicating that oddsmakers are expecting a relatively high-scoring affair.

In terms of predictions and picks for this game, it is important to consider the strengths and weaknesses of each team. BYU has a potent offense led by quarterback Jaren Hall, who has thrown for over 2,500 yards and 22 touchdowns this season. The Cougars also have a strong rushing attack, with Tyler Allgeier leading the way with over 1,000 yards on the ground.

On the other side of the ball, Arizona State has a stout defense that has been able to shut down some of the best offenses in the country. The Sun Devils are led by linebacker Darien Butler, who has been a force all season long. If Arizona State can contain BYU’s offense and force turnovers, they will have a good chance of coming out on top in this game.

Ultimately, this game could go either way and it will likely come down to which team can execute their game plan more effectively. While Arizona State may be favored by the oddsmakers, BYU has shown that they are capable of pulling off upsets and should not be counted out. This game has all the makings of a classic showdown and fans can expect an exciting and competitive matchup between these two talented teams.