Our Kansas State vs West Virginia prediction for this NCAAF game is West Virginia to win, +120.
Kansas State battles West Virginia in this Big 12 matchup. The Mountaineers are looking to finally upset a ranked team this season.
Offshore Odds: West Virginia Slight Underdogs at Home
| Team | Spread | Money Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas State | -2.5 (-115) | -140 | O 55.5 (-108) |
| West Virginia | +2.5 (-105) | +120 | U 55.5 (-112) |
Wildcats Road Offense
Kansas State is 2-1 in conference play and also on the road. In 2 of those 3 road games, the offense scored no more than 30 points. The Wildcats have secured some easy wins, but they’ve also had close games against teams they should have defeated more decisively. Both sides of the ball have been inconsistent for Kansas State.
The Wildcats just beat Colorado on the road, 31-28. Kansas State controlled the flow of the game but nearly blew a 10-point lead heading into the 4th quarter. The rushing defense played exceptionally well, holding Colorado to -29 rushing yards. Kansas State controlled time of possession, and both sides of the ball will need to settle in early against Iowa State.
West Virginia Battle Tested
West Virginia is 2-2 at home and 2-1 in conference play. This will be the Mountaineers’ 4th game of the season against a ranked opponent. 2 of the 3 previous games were close, highlighting the solid strength of schedule that West Virginia has faced. The offense has been relatively consistent in terms of efficiency, but the defense needs to tighten things up a bit.
The Mountaineers just lost to Iowa State at home, 28-16. West Virginia was competitive throughout the game, even leading by 7 points after the 1st quarter. While the defense was able to disrupt Iowa State’s offensive efficiency, they couldn’t finish the job at the end of the game. 3rd-down efficiency will be key against the Wildcats, as West Virginia will need to match Kansas State’s offense.
Kansas State vs West Virginia Prediction
This is going to be a fun game. West Virginia has come so close to beating a ranked team this season and is just a drive away from doing so. Kansas State has been inconsistent on both sides of the ball all season, allowing teams to hang around too much. Both of these teams know how to score, and it will come down to which team has the more efficient defense, which has been trending upward for West Virginia.
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