Former Rivals Clash in the Big 12
Former Pac-12 rivals will face off in the Big 12 on Friday night as the Arizona State Sun Devils host the Utah Utes. Both teams boast 4-1 records and are 1-1 in conference play. Arizona State is coming off a victory against Kansas, while Utah suffered a loss to Arizona in their last game. Historically, the Utes have performed well against the Sun Devils, winning and covering the spread in their last four meetings. However, Utah has struggled recently, going 2-6 against the spread in their last eight games, whereas Arizona State has won and covered in four out of five contests.
Game Details
Kickoff is set for 10:30 p.m. ET at Mountain America Stadium, where ASU remains unbeaten at 3-0 this season. According to the latest odds from SportsLine, Utah is favored by 6 points, up from the initial line, with an over/under of 46.5 points. Before making any bets on the Utah vs. Arizona State game, it’s advisable to check the predictions from SportsLine’s advanced computer model, which simulates every FBS college football game 10,000 times. Since its launch, the model has produced over $2,000 in profit for $100 bettors on its top-rated picks against the spread and has gone 8-4 on its best bets in the last two weeks.
For more insights on Arizona State vs. Utah, you can visit SportsLine. Here are some key betting lines for the matchup:
• Spread: Utah -6
• Over/Under: 46.5 points
• Moneyline: Utah -229, Arizona State +185
• Streaming Options: FuboTV (available for free trial)
Why Utah Can Cover
Despite their recent loss to Arizona, the Utes are ranked No. 16 in the AP Top 25. Coming off a bye week, they are expected to welcome back starting quarterback Cam Rising, which is crucial for their College Football Playoff hopes. Rising has been dealing with a hand injury for the past five weeks, but when healthy, he has proven to be one of the most effective quarterbacks in college football.
Additionally, Utah boasts one of the top defenses in the nation. They allow just 15.0 points per game, ranking 15th overall, and give up an average of 280.2 yards per game, placing them 16th in that category. Defensive end Van Fillinger has been particularly impactful, leading the team with 7.0 tackles for loss and 5.5 sacks, while also ranking second in total tackles with 24.
Why Arizona State Can Cover
The Sun Devils are enjoying their best start since 2021, sitting at 4-1 after securing the program’s first Big 12 victory last week against Kansas. Quarterback Sam Leavitt had an impressive performance, throwing four touchdown passes in the 35-31 win, while Cameron Skattebo had a standout game, rushing for 182 yards and a touchdown.
Over the past two games, Skattebo has accumulated 378 scrimmage yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his powerful running style. This has allowed head coach Kenny Dillingham’s team to dominate the line of scrimmage. Given that Utah recently allowed 161 rushing yards in their loss to Arizona, Dillingham is likely to rely heavily on Skattebo in the matchup against the Utes.
How to Make Arizona State vs. Utah Picks
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Arizona State Football Schedule
Here’s a complete overview of the Sun Devils’ 2024 schedule, including start times and TV channel information:
(All times are in Eastern.)
- Saturday, Aug. 31: Wyoming (W, 48-7)
- Saturday, Sept. 7: Mississippi State (W, 30-23)
- Thursday, Sept. 12: at Texas State (W, 31-28)
- Saturday, Sept. 21: at Texas Tech* (L, 30-22)
- Saturday, Sept. 28: BYE
- Saturday, Oct. 5: Kansas* (W, 35-31)
- Friday, Oct. 11: Utah* | 10:30 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN+, Fubo
- Saturday, Oct. 19: at Cincinnati | Noon | ESPN+, ESPN app
- Saturday, Oct. 26: BYE
- Saturday, Nov. 2: at Oklahoma State*
- Saturday, Nov. 9: UCF*
- Saturday, Nov. 16: at No. 19 Kansas State*
- Saturday, Nov. 23: No. 15 BYU*
- Saturday, Nov. 30: at Arizona*
Record: 4-1, 1-1 Big 12
Utah Football Schedule
Here’s a complete look at the Utes’ 2024 schedule, including start times and TV channel information (all times Eastern):
- Thursday, Aug. 29: Southern Utah (W, 49-0)
- Saturday, Sept. 7: Baylor (W, 23-12)
- Saturday, Sept. 14: at Utah State (W, 38-21)
- Saturday, Sept. 21: at No. 22 Oklahoma State* (W, 22-19)
- Saturday, Sept. 28: Arizona* (L, 23-10)
- Saturday, Oct. 5: BYE
- Friday, Oct. 11: at Arizona State* | 10:30 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN+, Fubo
- Saturday, Oct. 19: TCU* | 10:30 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN+, Fubo
- Saturday, Oct. 26: at Houston*
- Saturday, Nov. 2: BYE
- Saturday, Nov. 9: No. 15 BYU*
- Saturday, Nov. 16: at Colorado*
- Saturday, Nov. 23: No. 13 Iowa State*
- Friday, Nov. 29: UCF | 8 p.m. | FOX (Fubo)
record: 4-1, 1-1 Big 12.
(* denotes Big 12 game)