Two of the hottest coaching prospects in the country will meet Saturday in an important Big 12 matchup. Indeed, the Iowa State Cyclones showdown with the Kansas Jayhawks has everything. Matt Campbell of Iowa State and Lance Leipold of Kansas are considered top candidates for the Nebraska Cornhuskers job. Hence they were said to be on the Big Red shortlist. And there is plenty of College Football betting justification for that speculation. Campbell and Leipold are winning at places known for being impossible jobs. Now Campbell and Leipold will focus on winning the Big 12 title.
Iowa State Cyclones vs. Kansas Jayhawks NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, October 1, 2022, 3:30 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, Lawrence, Kansas |
| TV Coverage: | ESPN2 |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Iowa State | -3½ (-110) | 58 (-110) | -165 |  |
| Kansas | +3½ (-110) | 58 (-110) | +145 | |
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Iowa State at Kansas SBG Odds Overview
Overall, betting action will split for this matchup. Kansas has wowed the country with its 4-0 start. And Iowa State has emerged as a perennial contender for several years. The online wagering line should be relatively honest. This matchup is rated even by oddsmakers and sharps. In turn, sharps and squares will be on both sides rather than opposing each other.
Previously, Kansas football was considered the worst in college football. Gamblers used to circle Kansas as a team to oppose regularly. Now those days are over. The same can be said for Iowa State. The Cyclones have become a regular bowl team under Matt Campbell.
Iowa State Cyclones Team Overview
Last game, the Iowa State Cyclones lost 31-24 against the Baylor Bears as 2.5-point home favorites. The game went over the total of 45. Iowa State has a record of 3-1 straight up, 2-2 against the spread, and 2-2 over/under the total. ISU ranks 76th for total offense, 51st for passing, 93rd for rushing, and 80th for scoring. Defensively they rank 14rth overall, 32nd against the pass, 7th against the rush, and 17th for points allowed. Also, ISU ranks 48th for fewest turnovers lost and 46th for takeaways
The Bears netted 273 yards through the first three quarters and covered 68 or more yards on four of their first six full possessions. In sum, they finished with 361 total yards. Iowa State made too many self-inflicted errors.
Kansas Jayhawks Team Overview
Last game, the Kansas Jayhawks won 35-27 against the Duke Blue Devils as 7-point home favorites. The game went under the total of 65.5. Kansas has a record of 4-0 straight up, 4-0 against the spread, and 3-1 over/under the total. Kansas ranks 32nd for total offense, 84th for passing, 9th for rushing, and 4th for scoring. Defensively they rank 88th overall, 99th against the pass, 66th against the rush, and 83rd for points allowed. Also, KU ranks 77th for fewest turnovers lost and 72nd for takeaways.
Jalon Daniels accounted for five touchdowns to lead unbeaten Kansas past Duke. Daniels’ 3-yard run gave the Jayhawks a 34-20 lead with 4:42 remaining. In sum, Daniels went 19-of-23 passing for 324 yards and a career-high four touchdowns. He led the team in rushing with 83 yards and a score. The Jayhawks led 21-13 at halftime, thanks to three touchdown passes from Daniels.
Iowa State at Kansas SBG Free Picks
On this occasion, another huge crowd will be on hand at “The Booth.” Kansas has the College Football Betting momentum to get the cash.
Iowa State at Kansas SBG Best Bet: Kansas Jayhawks.